2020 Renault Clio Iconic SCE 1.0L Petrol · AV70 BCE

A persistent trend of rapid consumable wear paired with an engine management system failure characterizes the history of this six-year-old hatchback. The vehicle secured a pass on March 31, 2026, at 39,795 miles, though it carried an advisory for an offside front inner tyre worn close to the legal limit alongside a minor defect for a defective windscreen wiper blade. This latest test follows a sequence of annual inspections that show recurring tyre edge wear and thinning front brake pads. Notably, the MOT record includes a failure in September 2023 caused by an inoperative or malfunctioning engine malfunction indicator lamp, which was rectified before passing a re-test two days later. With a total of 39,795 recorded miles accumulated over six years, the vehicle averages roughly 6,632 miles annually, representing standard usage for this class of car. The testing cadence remains regular with no recorded gaps or periods of extended off-road storage, indicating a consistent operational life rather than prolonged periods of stationary standing. This steady mileage accumulation distributes wear evenly across the drivetrain, though the frequent appearance of tyre and brake advisories demonstrates that consumables require regular replacement under this driving pattern. Inspection during a test drive should focus heavily on the front axle geometry and braking system, given the repeated advisories for inner tyre wear and thinning brake pads. A prospective buyer must listen carefully for any knocking or pulling during acceleration and braking, which would indicate compromised suspension bushes, tracking misalignment, or binding brake components. The condition of the inner shoulders of the front tyres warrants physical verification since they cannot be fully inspected without turning the steering lock completely. Potential purchasers should also verify that the underlying cause of the September 2023 engine management lamp failure has been fully resolved rather than temporarily cleared. A thorough scan of the On-Board Diagnostics system is recommended to check for stored fault codes relating to emissions or sensor performance. Furthermore, inspection of the front windscreen wiper assembly is necessary to ensure the minor defect noted at the latest test has been addressed with a replacement blade.