2011 Renault Clio 1.1L Petrol · DG11 AEA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a worsening trend regarding structural corrosion and deferred component replacement. While the most recent test in January 2026 at 85,554 miles passed, the tester identified pitted and scored front brake discs. This follows a pattern of degradation seen in 2025, where the front sub-frame and offside front Macpherson strut were flagged for corrosion, although these components were not yet considered seriously weakened. The mileage profile is consistently low for a fifteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,700 miles per year. There is a significant gap in records between September 2017 and January 2019, during which the car covered only 1,445 miles. Since 2019, the usage has remained steady at roughly 1,500 to 1,800 miles annually. This low annual mileage often leads to accelerated degradation of rubber components and surface rust, which aligns with the recurring failures of suspension-related parts and elements. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension geometry and sub-frame to ensure the corrosion noted in 2025 has not progressed into structural failure. The history shows a history of reactive maintenance, including a failed ball joint and wishbone bush in 2016, and a fractured coil spring and shock absorber in 2021. The braking system requires immediate attention as the record shows thin pads in both 2023 and 2024, followed by worn discs in 2026, suggesting the front braking assembly is nearing the end of its effective life.