2016 Renault Clio 1.5L Diesel · JR04 AJO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend of reactive rather than proactive care. While the most recent test in January 2026 at 70,300 miles passed, it followed a significant failure just six days prior. This failure highlighted extensive corrosion across the entire brake pipe network and a fractured offside front coil spring, along with multiple tyre defects. The recurring nature of brake pipe corrosion and suspension failures suggests that the owner only addresses mechanical faults once they reach an MOT failure threshold. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,000 miles per year. There is a notable gap in usage between 2021 (44,718 miles) and early 2022 (57,503 miles), where the car covered over 12,000 miles in a single year. Since then, the usage has slowed down, yet the low annual mileage has not prevented environmental degradation of the components, particularly affecting the braking system and rubber elements which have seen repeated advisories. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the braking system and suspension geometry. The tester flagged multiple corroded brake pipes in January 2026, which implies the lines should have been replaced to prevent future leaks or sudden failure. The front brake discs are also noted as pitted and scored, with fluctuating service brakes indicating warped rotors or uneven wear. Given the history of fractured coil springs and a distorted wheel in 2022, the front suspension assembly, arms, and ball joints should be checked for play or signs of structural fatigue. The record also shows a persistent issue with tyres cracking and perishing, which is common on lower-mileage vehicles that may sit stationary for extended periods. The January 2026 test found all four tyres near the legal limit or showing physical damage. Any prospective purchaser should verify the age and condition of the current tyres to ensure they are not in need of immediate replacement despite the recent MOT pass.