2014 Renault Clio 1.5L Diesel · DY14 KLX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a worsening trend in suspension and brake components. The most recent test in February 2024 resulted in a failed inspection, specifically involving the offside rear registration plate lamp and offside front shock absorbers, which suggests a significant accumulation of fluid leaks or structural issues that have not been addressed. This recent failure, occurring just before the 2026 date, demonstrates that the vehicle has not been maintained for a full year, leading to a rapid escalation in wear rates. The mileage pattern reveals a stark inconsistency between the vehicle's age and its current condition. With approximately 175,000 miles recorded over 12 years, the vehicle is approaching the upper limit of its age, which typically correlates with increased wear on consumables and structural parts. The data shows rapid mileage accumulation without corresponding maintenance, particularly evident in the February 2024 test where the vehicle failed on suspension components and brake discs, indicating that the vehicle has likely been driven for 100% of its recorded mileage since the initial inspection. Given the recurring faults in suspension bushings, brake pipe corrosion, and hydraulic fluid leaks, a buyer should inspect the vehicle for structural integrity and fluid levels immediately. The inspection must focus on the offside rear suspension, brake discs, and brake pads for corrosion and wear, as well as the front suspension bushings and brake pads for fluid leaks. Additionally, the history of a failed rear brake pipe and front brake disc in the February 2024 test suggests that the vehicle has not been serviced for a full year, making the risk of failure on these components high.