2007 Renault Clio 1.1L Petrol · BN07 AHK

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a recurring pattern of reactive repairs rather than proactive component replacement. The most recent test conducted in March 2023 at 117,406 miles passed with advisories for a pitted front brake disc and oil misting on the offside front shock absorber. Given that over three years have passed since this record, the vehicle is now overdue for an annual MOT test, and the condition of these noted components has likely deteriorated further since the last inspection. The mileage profile is consistent with a 19-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,200 miles per year. Data shows a steady progression from 71,861 miles in 2014 to 117,406 miles in 2023. There are no significant gaps in testing intervals to suggest the car has sat stationary for long periods. However, the low annual mileage relative to the age of the car often leads to age-related degradation of rubber components and metal surfaces, regardless of the low distance travelled. A buyer must focus their physical inspection on the front suspension geometry, as this is a persistent point of failure. The record shows anti-roll bar linkages, bushes, ball joints, and track rod ends failing or requiring attention repeatedly between 2016 and 2021. These issues suggest a vulnerability in the front-end wear components. Additionally, the central exhaust leak noted in 2021 should be verified to ensure the repair was permanent, as exhaust systems on vehicles of this age suffer from de-corrosion that can quickly lead to significant structural failure. The braking system requires close scrutiny due to recurring reports of pitted and scored discs found in 2016, 2021, and 2023. This indicates either long periods of inactivity or a tendency for the discs to suffer from surface corrosion. The misting on the offside shock absorber from the 2023 test suggests a seal is failing, which should be checked for active leaks that could compromise damping performance. Given the age of the Renault, a thorough check of the chassis underbody for structural rust is also essential to ensure the mechanical integrity has not been compromised beyond what the MOT records indicate.