2007 Renault Clio 2.0L Petrol · DX07 FSJ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend of reactive repairs. While it passed the most recent February 2026 test at 118,006 miles, the failure just seventeen days prior highlighted critical structural defects. The tester identified the nearside front sub-frame as being corroded and seriously weakened, a major safety concern. The transition from a serious structural failure to a pass indicates that significant work was only undertaken when forced by an impending MOT failure, rather than through preventative maintenance. The recorded mileage of 118,006 miles over 19 years averages to approximately 6,200 miles per year, which is consistent with low-use urban driving. However, there is a significant five-year gap in records between February 2021 and February 2026, during which the car covered only 3,076 miles. This pattern suggests the vehicle sat stationary for long periods, which often leads to the degradation of rubber components and accelerated corrosion on metal surfaces, as seen in the recent sub-frame and brake disc issues. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the chassis and mounting points to ensure the structural repairs to the sub-frame were adequate and effective. The history shows recurring issues with the steering rack inner joints dating back to 2018 and 2019, suggesting the steering assembly is nearing the end of life. Additionally, the presence of corrosion on all brake discs and previous reports of binding calipers indicate that the braking system has been neglected during periods of inactivity, which likely leads to seized pistons or poor stopping performance.