RENAULT CLIO2018 · 0.9L PETROL

The most recent MOT on 2026-04-17 showed the vehicle passed with three minor issues: a windscreen chip, nearside front tyre worn close to the legal limit, and cracking on the same tyre’s outer side wall. These align with recurring tyre and windscreen defects seen in prior MOTs, suggesting ongoing maintenance challenges. A pattern of brake component wear emerges, with nearside front brake pads and discs frequently flagged as “wearing thin” or “worn but not excessively.” This appears consistent across 2025-04-16, 2025-04-15, and 2023-04-12 entries. While not critical, repeated brake wear may indicate aggressive driving, insufficient maintenance, or component degradation over time. The 2025-04-15 MOT failed due to misaligned headlamps, which were later corrected by the 2026-04-17 test. This suggests the issue was addressed, but the failure highlights potential neglect or oversight in earlier servicing. Mileage of 75,573 miles over 8 years (roughly 9,447 miles annually) is typical for the vehicle’s age, indicating average usage. There is no strong evidence of heavy wear from high mileage or prolonged under-use, though tyre and brake issues may reflect moderate to frequent driving. The trend shows some improvement, as the 2026 MOT had fewer issues than the 2025-04-15 failure. However, recurring tyre and brake defects suggest ongoing maintenance needs.