2006 Renault Clio 1.1L Petrol · YD06 AEB

The vehicle shows a history of recurring corrosion-related issues and suspension wear, despite relatively low annual mileage. In the most recent test in December 2025 at 88,665 miles, the car passed with multiple advisories regarding the offside front shock absorber having reduced damping and corrosion across all four coil springs. The presence of corroded metal brake pipes and fuel pipes, along with general corrosion on the wheel rims and shock absorber bodies, suggests significant environmental exposure. While the vehicle passed, the frequency of suspension failures and pipe degradation indicates that components are reaching the end of their service life. At approximately 20 years old, the recorded 88,665 miles represent an average of only about 4,400 miles per year. This low usage often leads to rubber components degrading and metal seizing rather than mechanical wear, which is evident in the record. During the November 2024 test at 85,310 miles, the vehicle failed due to a fractured offside front coil spring and a dangerous condition on the nearside rear tyre with exposed cords. The fact that the spring was fractured in 2024 but merely noted as corroded in 2025 suggests that while the immediate failure was addressed, the underlying structural integrity of the springs remains a concern. Braking performance has been inconsistent over the several years. The car failed in November 2023 at 83,109 miles for poor parking brake efficiency and imbalanced braking across the front axle. By the December 2025 test, these specific issues were not flagged as failures, but the persistent corrosion on the nearside front brake pipe remains an advisory noted as being covered in grease. A buyer should specifically inspect the condition of the brake lines and the state of the shock absorbers, as the record shows a clear trend of worsening rust and component fatigue that may soon require significant investment to maintain.