2006 Renault Clio 1.1L Petrol · CA06 AHP

The 2006 Renault Clio’s most recent MOT test on 26 June 2025—just over a year ago—confirms it passed without any defects, though the preceding entries reveal an unusual sequence of three consecutive failures on 19 and 20 June 2024 at 68,879 miles. This suggests a temporary administrative or procedural oversight rather than a mechanical trend, as the vehicle cleared its test the following month and has maintained a clean record since. The absence of advisories or recurring faults in the latest pass implies no ongoing issues with critical systems, but the clustered failures warrant scrutiny of whether the tester overlooked minor but reportable conditions—such as worn suspension bushes or binding calipers—that might recur. The recorded mileage of 70,924 miles at the latest test suggests a consistent but modest annual average of around 3,500 miles, which is unusually low for a vehicle of this age. The gap between the 2023 test (66,696 miles) and the 2024 failures (68,879 miles) indicates roughly 2,183 miles were accumulated in under a year, followed by another 2,045 miles before the next test. While this pattern avoids excessive wear, it also raises questions about whether the vehicle has spent extended periods stationary, potentially accelerating corrosion or fluid degradation. The lack of mileage spikes or large jumps between tests is reassuring, but the low annual average may correlate with deferred maintenance—particularly for components like tyres, brake pads, and fluid systems—which are typically replaced based on usage rather than time. Given the clean MOT history since 2024, the most prudent in-person checks should focus on suspension integrity , including coil springs, bushes, and shock absorbers, as these are common wear items that may not always trigger MOT failures until they become severe. Examine the rear brakes for uneven wear or binding, given the clustered failures in 2024, and verify the exhaust system for leaks or corrosion, especially if the vehicle has stood unused. Corrosion checks should prioritise wheel arches, sills, and the subframe, as prolonged inactivity can accelerate rust. Finally, confirm the tyre tread depth and condition, as failing twice on this criterion in prior tests suggests basic upkeep may have been neglected—inspect for uneven wear or embedded debris that could indicate alignment or suspension issues.