2019 Renault Clio 0.9L Petrol · EU19 WDZ

This 2019 Renault Clio presents a generally clean roadworthiness record across its MOT history, with five consecutive passes and no failures recorded since first testing eligible. The most recent test on 4 March 2026 was a pass, but it carried three advisories concerning the rear tyres, including perishing or cracking on both the offside and nearside rear tyres and a nail in the nearside rear. These items suggest the rear axle rubber is approaching the end of its service life despite the relatively modest mileage, and any remaining tread depth should be physically measured before purchase. Prior to this, the 2025 test recorded a minor obstruction in the driver's swept windscreen area and a front tyre advisory for wear close to the legal limit on both edges, while the 2024, 2023, and 2022 tests passed without any advisories at all, indicating a stable trend that has only recently begun to show consumable wear concerns. With 36,649 miles recorded over approximately seven years, this Clio averages around 5,236 miles annually, which is notably low for a vehicle of this age. There are no gaps in the MOT testing record, with annual tests consistently carried out from 2022 through 2026, suggesting the vehicle has remained in regular use rather than being laid up for extended periods. While lower mileage typically means less wear on major drivetrain components, suspension bushes, and brake friction material, it can also lead to drying and perishing of rubber components such as tyres, drive belts, and seals through prolonged static periods, which aligns with the tyre cracking advisories observed at the latest test. Given the advisory pattern, a prospective buyer should pay particular attention to the tyres during inspection. The rear tyres have been flagged for perishing and cracking, so physical examination of the sidewalls for visible crazing, bulges, or brittle texture is essential, along with verification of tread depth across the full width, since uneven wear on the fronts was also flagged previously. On a test drive, listen for any thumping or vibration that could indicate a tyre deformity, and confirm there is no steering pull that might suggest uneven pressure or sidewall damage from the noted nail. The nearside rear nail should also be checked to confirm whether it has been professionally repaired or if a replacement tyre is required, as a repair close to the sidewall would warrant outright replacement. Beyond the tyres, the front brake discs and pads should be inspected for corrosion and wear, given the low annual mileage which can lead to disc surface rusting from infrequent use rather than wear from friction. Listen for any binding calipers or scraping noises on light application, and check for pulling under braking. The suspension should be evaluated for knocking over bumps or speed cushions, particularly at the front, where anti-roll bar bushes and drop links commonly deteriorate on small Renaults of this era, and for any clonking from the rear beam bushings. Finally, given the otherwise unblemished MOT record and the absence of any advisories relating to corrosion, exhaust integrity, or braking system components, the mechanical outlook for this Clio appears reasonably sound, provided the tyre-related advisories are addressed promptly to maintain roadworthiness.