2013 Renault Clio 1.1L Petrol · BT62 OLV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. While it passed its most recent test in July 2025 at 81,780 miles, this followed a failure just five days prior due to significant mechanical and structural issues. The presence of both fractured nearside and offside front coil springs simultaneously, along with a corroded and holed radiator support, indicates that components are only being addressed once they reach a point of legal failure during the annual inspection. At 81,780 miles over 13 years, the Clio has averaged approximately 6,300 miles per year, which is consistent with low-use patterns. The mileage accumulation is steady, with roughly 5,000 miles driven between the April 2024 and July 2025 tests. This low annual mileage suggests the vehicle was not subjected to long-distance commuting. However, the low mileage has not prevented the vehicle from age-related degradation, as evidenced by the structural corrosion and fluid leaks noted in the older records. A physical inspection must focus on the structural integrity of the front end, as the radiator support was flagged for being holed by corrosion in 2025. The buyer should also examine the power steering rack to determine if the slight seepage reported in 2023 has progressed into a significant leak that would require expensive replacement. Recurring issues with stop lamps and registration plate lights suggest a lack of basic pre-test checks by previous owners. Furthermore, the oil leak noted in 2023 warrants close monitoring to ensure it has not worsened into a critical engine failure.