2014 Renault Clio 1.5L Diesel · BT63 CFO

The Renault Clio presents a stable, recently resolved roadworthiness profile as of its most recent MOT on 26 March 2026 at 103,562 miles, where it passed with zero defects. This clean result followed a failure just fifteen days earlier on 11 March 2026 at 103,554 miles, where the tester flagged an excessively worn offside front anti-roll bar ball joint and a deteriorated constant velocity boot on the offside front prop shaft joint. The immediate rectification of these two specific items before the successful retest indicates targeted mechanical attention rather than systemic neglect. The maintenance trend is therefore improving, with the most recent data confirming the front-end suspension and drivetrain joints are now in satisfactory condition. The vehicle has covered approximately 9,493 miles in the last twelve months, rising from 94,063 miles on 22 April 2025 to 103,562 miles on 26 March 2026. This represents a notable acceleration in annual usage compared to the vehicle's lifetime average of roughly 8,630 miles per year. The MOT record is consistent, with tests conducted annually and no significant gaps in certification history. The data is clean and continuous, giving confidence in the odometer reading's reliability. A buyer should inspect the nearside front lower sill and door area carefully, as damage to this region was recorded in both the February 2024 and April 2025 tests. The persistence of this advisory across two consecutive annual inspections raises a question about whether the damage is cosmetic or indicative of underlying structural corrosion. The front tyres wearing on inner edges, flagged in April 2025, suggests possible tracking misalignment or worn front suspension bushes, even though the recent 2026 pass confirms the anti-roll bar joint has been addressed. A thorough check of the front suspension geometry and wheel alignment is advisable. The April 2025 failure also noted a brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum and a fluctuating service brake recorded in February 2024. While these did not recur in the 2026 test, a buyer should verify the brake fluid level and condition, as low fluid can signal pad wear or a slow leak. The repeated bonnet strut advisory across multiple years is a minor consumable issue but worth replacing for practicality. Overall, the Clio's recent clean MOT is reassuring, yet the recurring body damage and historical brake observations warrant a focused physical inspection of the nearside structure and braking system.