2015 Renault Clio 1.1L Petrol · YS15 AEG

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 28 July 2026 at 43 516 miles, but the tester flagged corrosion on both offside front and rear brake pipes, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c)). This fault recurs in the 2025 and 2023 tests, indicating a deteriorating condition rather than a one‑off issue. Other historical defects such as child‑seat belt inspection advisories and tyre wear have remained stable or show improvement, while the coil‑spring fracture noted in the 2020 failure has not reappeared. Overall, the maintenance trend is worsening for the brake‑pipe system, though the car remains roadworthy with the latest pass. Mileage accumulation has been modest, averaging roughly 4 000 miles per year since 2018, when the car recorded 7 360 miles. The progression from 12 553 miles in 2019 to 43 516 miles in 2026 reflects low‑use patterns, but the jump from 34 900 miles in 2024 to 38 876 miles in 2025 shows a temporary increase in annual mileage. The duplicate 2020 entry (both pass and fail at 18 163 miles) suggests an anomalous test result that does not materially affect the long‑term mileage trend. A buyer should inspect the brake‑pipe routing for corrosion and grease ingress, check the offside front and rear brake discs for uneven wear, and examine tyre tread depth, especially on the front tyres that have been noted close to the legal limit. The coil‑spring condition should be verified, as the 2020 failure indicated a fracture that could affect ride height and handling. Finally, assess the chassis for rust around brake‑line brackets and ensure any child‑seat installations allow full belt inspection, as this advisory appears repeatedly.