2017 Renault Clio 1.5L Diesel · HS17 AAV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a reactive approach to repairs rather than preventative care. The most recent test in October 2025 at 76,317 miles followed a failure one day prior due to an excessively worn offside front suspension arm ball joint and a nearside rear tyre. While the car passed the retest, the recurring nature of suspension and tyre issues suggests components are only addressed once they reach a point of mechanical failure or legal limit. The mileage pattern is consistent with a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,500 miles per year. There is a clear gap of 12,736 miles between the October 2023 test at 50,425 miles and the September 2024 test at 63,161 miles, showing steady usage. This consistent mileage generally prevents the rapid degradation associated with long periods of standing, though the specific faults noted in the record indicate that mechanical wear on rubber components is not being monitored closely between these intervals. A buyer should conduct a thorough inspection of the front suspension and steering system, as the record shows steering inner joints were flagged for play in 2024 and a ball joint failed in 2025. The braking system also requires attention; the 2024 test identified corroded brake pipes on both sides, and the 2023 record noted pitted front brake discs. You must verify that the corrosion on the pipes has not progressed structurally. Additionally, the frequent mentions of tyres worn on the edges across multiple years suggest a potential alignment issue that should be checked to prevent further premature tyre wear.