2006 Renault Clio 1.4L Petrol · CV56 KCC

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the most recent testing data. The final MOT conducted on 6 January 2023 at 67,078 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, following a failure just the previous day at the same mileage. Since over three years have elapsed since this last recorded test, the vehicle is currently out of MOT test and requires an immediate inspection to ensure the mechanical condition has not deteriorated during this period of inactivity. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a twenty-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,354 miles per year. Between January 2021 and January 2023, the car covered only 9,248 miles, indicating very infrequent use or long periods of storage. While this low mileage suggests minimal wear on the drivetrain and engine components, it increases the risk of age-related degradation in rubber parts and fluids. The lack of data in the last three years suggests the vehicle may have sat, which often leads to internal corrosion or perished seals. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis, specifically looking for corrosion in the sills and wheel arches common to this Clio generation. Given the low mileage, the tester must check for seized brake calipers and rusted discs, which frequently occur when vehicles are not driven regularly. Examine the suspension bushes and tyre sidewalls for cracking or perishing, as components degrade based on time regardless of the distance driven.