2011 Renault Clio 1.1L Petrol · SM11 AAY

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, following a clean pass in its most recent test on 20 October 2025 at 48,781 miles. The maintenance trend appears consistent, as the car has successfully cleared consecutive inspections without recorded advisory items. While the record shows two failures on the days of previous tests, the lack of specific defect descriptions suggests these were likely either rectified immediately or related to minor testing discrepancies that did not result in recurring mechanical failures. The mileage profile is notably low for a fifteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,252 miles per year. Between October 2023 and October 2025, the car covered only 3,701 miles, indicating very light use or long periods of stationary during that twenty-four-month period. This low mileage typically suggests less wear on the drivetrain and engine components compared to higher-average examples. However, low-mileage vehicles often suffer from degradation of rubber-based components and fluid breakdown due to inactivity, which is not always reflected in the MOT data. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components that perish with age rather than distance. Given the low mileage, it is essential to check the suspension bushes, coil springs, and tyre sidewalls for cracking or rot. The braking system should be examined for seized calipers or rusted discs, as infrequently used vehicles are prone to surface corrosion. Additionally, while the MOT record is clean, a thorough check for structural corrosion on the sills and subframe points remains a priority for a Renault of this era.