2011 Renault Clio 1.1L Petrol · AY61 WPP

The vehicle is in a poor roadworthiness state with a clear trend of worsening mechanical condition. The most recent test in September 2025 at 119,646 miles resulted in a critical failure, most notably involving excessive corrosion on the offside front lower vehicle structure. This represents a serious compromise to structural integrity that goes beyond simple wear. The recurring failure of the supplementary restraint system warning lamp across multiple years indicates a persistent safety-critical fault that remains unaddressed despite testing. At 119,646 miles over 15 years, the Clio has covered an average of approximately 8,000 miles per year. This usage level is typical for an older hatchback, but the data reveals a pattern of reactive rather than proactive maintenance. Between September 2023 and September 2024, the car covered roughly 3,200 miles, yet suffered multiple failures for components like ball joint dust covers and brake springs. This suggests the owner only addressed faults when necessary to pass an MOT test rather than performing routine preventative inspections. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the offside front chassis mounting point to assess the extent of the structural rust. The record shows a consistent history of deteriorating suspension components, specifically ball joint dust covers and anti-roll bar linkages which were flagged in 2023, 2024, and 2025. The braking system also requires scrutiny, as the tester identified a corroded rear brake pipe in 2025 and a binding offside front caliper in the previous year. The presence of a previously fractured nearside coil spring in 2024 further indicates the suspension is reaching the end of its functional life.