2016 Renault Clio 0.9L Petrol · K500 AAC

The May 18 2026 MOT at 103,352 miles certifies the 2016 Renault Clio as roadworthy, albeit with an oil leak and a corroded offside front brake pipe that were recorded as advisories. The vehicle passed the previous test on May 8 2026, showing that the earlier advisories were remedied or that the car remained within tolerances. However, the repeated failures of suspension ball joints, brake pipe corrosion and lamp malfunctions across the 2022‑2026 record indicate a worsening mechanical trend rather than a stable or improving condition. The mileage trajectory shows uneven use: after a clean pass at 66,376 miles in December 2022 the car accumulated only 4,642 miles by August 2023, then surged to 100,009 miles by August 2024, a gain of 29,000 miles in a single year, and finally reached 103,352 miles by May 2026. This pattern suggests periods of intensive use followed by relative inactivity, with the most recent 2,343 miles added in the 13‑month span from August 2025 to May 2026. Overall the annual average of roughly 10,300 miles aligns with the vehicle’s age, but the sharp acceleration between 2023 and 2024 points to a phase of heightened wear. A buyer should therefore prioritize a physical inspection of the front suspension components – the ball joints, coil spring and anti‑roll bar – for excessive play or fracture, and examine the offside front brake pipe for rust and leakage, as these items have repeatedly appeared as failures. The condition of the front lamps, headlamp aim and battery mounting should also be verified, given the multiple lamp‑related advisories. Finally, the tyre tread depth, sidewall integrity and pressure monitoring system must be checked, as previous records note worn edges, cuts and TPMS faults that could affect safety and roadworthiness.