2007 RENAULT CLIO1.1L Petrol

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT in September 2025 with no defects recorded. However, the maintenance trend is inconsistent, showing a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. While the car enjoyed several consecutive clean records between 2021 and 2023, the more recent tests in 2024 and 2025 reveal recurring failures related to essential wear items. This suggests the owner only addresses faults when prompted by a test failure rather than performing scheduled preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 19-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,800 miles per year to reach 129,444 miles. The data shows steady annual usage with no significant gaps, such as the 3,914 miles covered between the September 2024 and September 2025 tests. This relatively low annual mileage generally reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain, but it means that rubber components and suspension bushings may be subject to age-related perishation regardless of the distance driven. A buyer must inspect the front suspension geometry closely, as the record shows a recurring issue with steering components. Track rod ends were flagged for excessive play or risk of detachment in both 2019 and 2024. Additionally, the offside anti-roll bar linkage showed play in 2017, and a coil spring was fractured in 2019. An inspector should check for any lingering knocks or steering wander that would indicate these suspension components were not comprehensively replaced. The braking system also requires scrutiny due to documented neglect. The September 2025 failure noted front brake pads less than 1.5mm thick, which is at the legal limit of failure, and the 2017 test noted pitted and scored discs. Given the history of letting pads run until failure, the buyer should verify the current thickness of the pads and the condition of the rotors. Finally, the multiple failures related to washer systems and light bulbs indicate a general lack of basic daily checks.