2010 Renault Clio 1.5L Diesel · AP10 ADZ

The 2010 Renault Clio passed its latest MOT on 8 November 2025 at 111,471 miles, but the outcome reflects a worsening maintenance trend rather than stability. The test recorded a damaged offside non‑obligatory mirror, a front inner brake disc that was worn, pitted or scored, a defective rear exhaust mounting, a handbrake that required adjustment, a near‑side front coil spring that was corroded, and both front tyres worn close to the legal limit. Mileage has risen steadily from 15,455 miles in May 2015 to 111,471 miles in November 2025, averaging roughly 9,600 miles per year, which is higher than the typical 6,967 miles per year for a 16‑year‑old vehicle. The data show a clear accumulation of kilometres with no long periods of inactivity; the jump from 89,093 miles in November 2023 to 103,210 miles in November 2024 and then to 111,471 miles in November 2025 indicates consistent use, while the duplicate 64,228‑mile entries in 2020 suggest a missed test rather than a gap in ownership. Recurring faults point to neglected suspension and steering components: repeated play in the steering rack inner joints and track rod end ball joints, a fractured front coil spring, and corroded suspension bushes. Braking performance has been questioned by worn front discs and a handbrake that needs adjustment, while the exhaust mounting defect and tyre wear on both sides suggest ongoing structural and consumable issues that have appeared in multiple tests. A buyer should therefore inspect the condition of the front coil spring and surrounding suspension bushes, verify the steering rack and track rod ends for excessive play, examine the front brake discs for pitting or cracking, test the handbrake for proper adjustment, and look for rust on the exhaust mounting and any structural corrosion. Checking tyre tread depth and overall tyre condition, as well as confirming the security of the exhaust system, will address the most frequently flagged defects.