2007 Renault Clio 1.1L Petrol · EN07 UVL

The 2024‑10‑01 MOT at 142,645 miles failed, confirming that the vehicle is presently not roadworthy and that the maintenance trend is worsening. Since the 2018‑08‑15 test recorded 107,503 miles, the odometer has risen to 142,645 miles by 2024‑10‑01, an increase of 35,142 miles over six years, averaging about 5,857 miles per year, which exceeds the typical 7,508 miles per year for a 19‑year‑old Clio and indicates heavy usage. The jump from 129,534 miles in September 2022 to 135,857 miles in September 2023 shows a 6,323‑mile rise in one year, and the subsequent climb to 142,645 miles in the following ten months confirms continued rapid mileage accumulation. Recurrent defects include fractured or broken coil springs on both sides, excessive play in front and rear track‑rod end ball joints, worn anti‑roll bar linkage bushes, a corroded off‑side rear coil spring, and a greasy, corroded rear brake pipe, all signalling deteriorating suspension and braking components. A buyer should therefore inspect the condition of the coil springs, ball joints, anti‑roll bar linkage and bushes for cracks or excessive movement, examine the brake discs for pitting, scoring and imbalance, verify the integrity of the brake pipes and rear suspension for rust, check tyre tread depth and overall condition, ensure the windscreen washer supplies adequate fluid, and look for any oil leaks around the engine and gearbox.