2013 Renault Clio 0.9L Petrol · CV13 OCG

The 2013 Renault Clio presents a highly stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 19 March 2026 at 24,704 miles with zero defects recorded. This outcome follows a minor anomaly in March 2025, where the vehicle failed a test at 24,168 miles despite no specific defects being logged, likely indicating an aborted test or a procedural issue rather than a mechanical failure. The subsequent retest on 4 April 2025 passed cleanly at 24,177 miles. The absence of any advisories or defects across the documented history suggests a vehicle that has required minimal mechanical intervention, pointing to diligent upkeep by the previous owner. The mileage accumulation is exceptionally low for a vehicle of this age, averaging roughly 1,900 miles annually. Between the March 2023 test at 22,840 miles and the March 2026 test at 24,704 miles, the Clio covered just 1,864 miles over three years. The 2025 test history reveals a tight mileage cluster, with only nine miles separating the failed and passed tests within the same month. Such minimal usage indicates prolonged periods of standing, which introduces its own set of mechanical considerations distinct from high-mileage wear. Despite the pristine MOT record, the extremely low mileage and extended stationary periods necessitate a focused physical inspection. A buyer must examine the condition of the tyres thoroughly, as the rubber may have developed flat spots or perished sidewalls from lack of use, even if the tread depth remains legal. Suspension bushes and coil springs should be checked for deterioration, as components can degrade simply from age and lack of movement rather than mileage. Brake discs and calipers require close scrutiny for surface corrosion and binding, a common issue on vehicles that sit idle for extended durations. Inspecting the exhaust system for internal condensation-related corrosion and verifying the structural integrity of the underbody will confirm whether this low-mileage usage has preserved or inadvertently aged the vehicle.