2008 Renault Clio 1.5L Diesel · CE08 TYF

The vehicle cleared its most recent MOT on 19 May 2025 at 85,668 miles, passing with only minor advisories – slightly defective headlamp lenses, a front anti‑roll‑bar ball‑joint with slight play, a deteriorated dust cover, and a near‑side front service brake that is binding but not excessively. No outright failures were recorded, indicating that the recent maintenance trend has moved from the earlier pattern of intermittent failures to a stable, passable condition. At 85,668 miles the car averages roughly 4,800 miles per year, well below the typical usage for an 18‑year‑old vehicle. Between the March 2023 test (72,414 miles) and the May 2025 test the mileage rose by 13,254 miles, a modest increase that suggests consistent, moderate use rather than periods of heavy loading or long storage. Earlier records show a jump from 52,108 miles in 2014 to 72,333 miles in 2016‑2017, but the overall mileage curve remains low for the age, implying relatively gentle wear on consumables. A prospective buyer should verify the headlamp lenses for any cracking or moisture ingress, and confirm that the anti‑roll‑bar ball‑joint and its dust cover are free of excess play or corrosion. The front service brake should be inspected for binding, and the rear brake hose should be checked for signs of flexing or damage near the caliper. Front suspension components merit close attention: the MacPherson strut, lower arm ball‑joints, and track‑rod ends have shown recurring play or corrosion, and the off‑side coil spring that failed in 2017 should be confirmed intact. Steering rack inner joints exhibited play in 2024, so a functional steering feel should be assessed. Finally, the radiator support frame and any rust‑affected areas noted in 2023 should be examined, and the under‑guard should be removed to allow full visual access to the inspected components.