RENAULT CLIO2012 · 1.1L Petrol

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status following a clean pass on January 20 2026, at 71,356 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, as the car consistently clears the test without recorded defects over the last three years. While a failure was noted on the same date as the January 2026 pass, the immediate rectification suggests a minor issue was addressed quickly or represented an administrative entry error, rather than a deep-seated mechanical failure. At 14 years old, the Clio shows a low mileage profile, averaging approximately 5,100 miles per year. This low usage typically implies less wear on the drivetrain and engine components compared to high-mile counterparts. However, the gap between the September 2023 test at 67,108 miles and the October 2024 test at 69,416 miles shows a period where only 2,300 miles were driven over thirteen months. Such intermittent use can lead to age-related degradation where rubber components and fluids degrade despite the low odometer reading. A buyer should focus their in-person inspection on the rubber components and suspension bushings, as low-mileage vehicles often suffer from perish and cracking rather than mechanical wear. Check the brake discs for corrosion or pitted surfaces, as long periods of standing can lead to caliper seizing. Given the lack of structural advisories in the history, the integrity of the chassis is likely sound, but a physical check of the underbody and wheel arches remains necessary to ensure that surface rust has not progressed during the periods of inactivity.