2008 Renault Clio 1.5L Diesel · WL08 AAJ

The vehicle is currently in a stable roadworthy condition based on the most recent MOT pass on 18 August 2025. The maintenance trend appears consistent, as the car has passed its last three annual inspections without any recorded defects or advisories. While the record shows failures on 19 August 2024 and 18 August 2025, these occurred only days or hours before the subsequent passes, suggesting the owner addressed immediate faults quickly to secure certification. The mileage is notably low for an 18 year old vehicle, averaging roughly 5,570 miles per year. The odometer reading increased by 1,502 miles between the August 2023 test at 97,274 miles and the August 2024 test at 98,756 miles. A further 1,500 miles were added by the August 2025 test at 100,256 miles. This low annual usage suggests the car has not been subjected to heavy motorway wear, though it may be prone to issues associated with long periods of standing. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components that degrade regardless of mileage. The lack of recorded advisories is unusual for a 2008 model, so a close check for structural corrosion on the sills and chassis is essential. Rubber components such as suspension bushes, engine mounts, and tyre sidewalls should be examined for perishing or cracking due to age. The absence of specific mechanical faults in the DVSA record means there are no recurring trends to flag. However, the low mileage suggests the buyer should verify the service history to ensure oil changes and belt replacements occurred on a time basis rather than a mileage basis. Checking for brake disc corrosion or binding calipers is advised given the light annual use.