2010 Renault Clio 1.1L Petrol · CV59 XAP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend indicates a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. While the most recent test in September 2024 at 55,306 miles resulted in a pass, it flagged an offside front inner tyre worn to the legal limit with edge wear. This follows a trend from previous years where the car consistently failed prior to immediate repairs, suggesting that the owner only addresses mechanical faults when forced by an MOT test failure. At sixteen years old, the Clio shows an exceptionally low mileage of 55,306 miles, averaging approximately 3,457 miles per year. The usage pattern appears consistent, with roughly 3,400 miles covered between the 2022 and 2023 tests, and another 2,274 miles between 2023 and 2024. This low annual mileage reduces wear on drivetrain components but increases the risk of rubber-based degradation, such as perished seals, dry bushings, and flat spotting from long periods of inactivity. A buyer must closely inspect the front suspension geometry and alignment. The 2023 failure due to a fractured offside front coil spring and the recurring edge wear on front tyres across 2022 and 2024 indicate potential alignment issues or worn suspension arm bushes. The inspector should also check for structural corrosion on the subframe, as low-mileage vehicles often sit in damp environments where rust can accelerate. Given the history of lighting electrical failures, verifying the integrity of the electrical looms and bulb sockets is necessary to ensure no further intermittent faults remain.