RENAULT CLIO2016 · 0.9L PETROL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. While the most recent test in August 2025 at 83,944 miles passed with no defects, it followed a significant failure just one mile prior. That failure highlighted critical safety issues, including a fractured nearside front coil spring, a missing wheel fixing, and incorrect headlight aim. The trend suggests that the owner only addresses faults when forced to by an MOT failure, rather than performing routine preventative maintenance. At 83,944 miles over a ten-year life-span, the Renault Clio averages approximately 8,400 miles per year, which aligns with typical domestic usage for this model. The data shows consistent mileage between annual tests, with roughly 17,000 miles covered between August 2023 and September 2024, and another 14,000 miles between September 2024 and August 2025. This steady accumulation indicates the car is used regularly, which helps prevent internal corrosion, but it also places consistent stress on rubber components and braking hardware. A buyer must pay close attention to the front suspension assembly, as the record shows recurring issues with the nearside front ball joint, split shock absorber covers, and a broken coil spring. The 2024 failure also flagged badly worn and corroded front brake discs, suggesting that the braking system may have been neglected or that the vehicle sat for long enough to suffer from moisture-related oxidation. Because the parking brake lever showed insufficient reserve travel in 2024, the mechanical cables or shoes may require adjustment or replacement. Physical inspection of the tyres is also necessary, as the history notes exposed cords and perishing rubber in previous tests. The repeated mention of low coolant levels and worn wiper blades indicates a lack of checking the cooling system for leaks or inspecting consumables for wear and tear. Given the recent failure for a missing wheel fixing, the buyer should verify that all bolts are properly torqued and that the hubs show no signs of damage.