2009 Renault Clio 1.1L Petrol · CK09 JKJ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward mechanical wear and deferred attention. While it passed the latest test in March 2026 at 155,669 miles, the tester flagged play in both front track rod end ball joints. This follows a significant failure in February 2025 where the car presented with multiple safety risks, including excessive wheel bearing play and worn suspension bushes. The persistent presence of an oil leak across the last three tests suggests a chronic issue the owner has opted to monitor rather than rectify. At 155,669 miles over 17 years, the Clio averages approximately 9,157 miles per year, which is consistent with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. There is a notable spike in usage between May 2023 and February 2025, where the vehicle covered over 20,000 miles in under twenty months. This rapid accumulation likely correlates with the sudden degradation of components seen in the early 2025 failure report, as the front brake discs and suspension arms reached the end of their functional life simultaneously during this high-mile interval. A buyer must physically inspect the front suspension assembly, as the recurring issues with track rods, bushes, and wheel bearings indicate the steering geometry is under constant stress. The front brake discs should be checked for thickness and uneven wear, given they were flagged as significantly worn in early 2025. Given the documented oil leak, a visual inspection of the engine bay and undertrays is necessary to ensure the leak is not originating from a critical rear crank seal or front cover gasket that could lead to engine failure if left untreated.