2009 Renault Clio 1.1L Petrol · EA59 LRU

The 2009 Renault Clio presents a stable and largely reassuring roadworthiness profile, culminating in a clean pass at 93,929 miles on 6 January 2025 with zero defects recorded. The maintenance trend is clearly improving. An initial failure on the same date for multiple rear lamp and registration plate lamp faults was rectified immediately, indicating a responsive owner who addressed the electrical defects promptly rather than deferring them. The prior year's history shows a similar pattern: a January 2024 failure for insufficient washer fluid was also fixed on the spot, and the January 2023 test at 88,941 miles passed without issue. No recurring mechanical or structural defects appear across the record, which is a positive sign for a seventeen-year-old supermini. The mileage accumulation tells a consistent story of light, steady use. Between the January 2023 test at 88,941 miles and the January 2024 test at 90,306 miles, the car covered just 1,365 miles in twelve months. The following year saw a slightly higher but still modest increase to 93,929 miles by January 2025, representing 3,623 miles. Annual averages sit well below the typical UK figure, and the narrow spread between tests suggests no sudden surge in use or long-term storage. The record is clean and continuous with no gaps, giving confidence that the odometer reading is genuine and the car has been in regular, if light, service. Despite the tidy MOT history, a buyer should still carry out a focused physical inspection. The repeated rear lamp and registration plate lamp faults, while minor, hint at possible wiring or connector corrosion in the rear lamp cluster area, a common issue on older Clios. Inspect the rear light units closely for moisture ingress, cracked lenses, and corroded bulb holders. Check the condition of the rear brake components, as low-mileage cars that sit unused can develop binding calipers and uneven disc corrosion. Examine the underside for surface rust on suspension mounting points, subframes, and exhaust hangers, particularly if the vehicle has spent extended periods stationary. The windscreen washer system should be tested on both sides to confirm the pump and jets deliver adequate fluid, given the 2024 failure. Tyre condition deserves attention too; low annual mileage often means older rubber with date codes several years old, even where tread depth remains legal.