2010 Renault Clio 1.1L Petrol · BO04 HAL

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, but the history indicates a reactive rather than proactive maintenance trend. While it passed its most recent test in June 2025 at 80,194 miles, this followed a failure just two days prior. That failure revealed multiple critical issues including thin front brake pads, scored discs, a worn track rod end, and a structurally compromised tyre. The recurring presence of a minor oil leak and corroded rear brake pipes suggests that mechanical faults are only addressed once they reach the point of inspection failure. At 80,194 miles, this 16-year-old Clio averages approximately 5,000 miles per year, which is significantly below the national average. This low usage profile explains the relatively slow accumulation of mileage on certain components, for instance, the car covered only 2,005 miles between the May 2024 and June 2025 tests. While low mileage reduces drivetrain wear, it often accelerates the degradation of rubber-based components and leads to corrosion, consistent with the steering rack and joint issues noted in the record. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the steering and suspension assembly, as the record shows a history of play in the steering rack inner joints, track rod ends, and ball joints. The corrosion on the rear brake pipes requires physical verification to ensure the metal integrity is sufficient to prevent sudden failure. Furthermore, given the thin pads and scored discs flagged in the 2025 failure, the entire braking system should be verified to ensure the repairs made after that test were comprehensive rather than merely superficial fixes.