2012 Renault Clio 1.1L Petrol · AV12 AAK

The vehicle’s most recent MOT on 2025-07-31 at 88,359 miles recorded a pass with no defects, but this followed a fail at the same mileage, creating ambiguity about its roadworthiness. The 2024 and 2023 tests similarly showed inconsistent outcomes with no recorded issues, suggesting either incomplete testing or unresolved underlying problems. While the lack of defects in recent tests is positive, the repeated fails without explanations raise concerns about the reliability of the MOT history. The vehicle’s maintenance trend remains unclear, as no actionable faults were documented to indicate stability, deterioration, or improvement. The 14-year-old Clio has accumulated 88,359 miles, averaging 6,311 miles annually—a typical rate for its age. The MOT records show no significant gaps in testing, with annual checks between 2023 and 2025. However, the 2025 test at 88,359 miles occurred just 12 days before the 2024 test at 80,399 miles, which is logically impossible, indicating a potential data entry error. This inconsistency undermines confidence in the accuracy of the mileage claims. The absence of defects in all tests, despite the fails, further complicates the assessment, as it fails to align with standard MOT reporting practices. A buyer should prioritise inspecting the suspension system, particularly suspension bushes and coil springs, which are prone to wear in older vehicles. The braking system, including brake discs and calipers, warrants scrutiny for corrosion or uneven wear, as these issues often go unrecorded in MOTs. Structural integrity, especially around the chassis and body seams, should also be checked for rust or damage. Given the lack of detailed fault reports, a professional mechanical inspection is essential to identify hidden issues that may not have been flagged in the MOT records.