2010 Renault Clio 1.6L Petrol · EU60 KZE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance record indicates a clear trend of worsening mechanical condition, specifically concerning the suspension and braking systems. The most recent test on 2026-02-10 at 84,947 miles was a pass, which is the baseline for the current assessment. However, this recent inspection failed to detect the critical issues that have plagued the vehicle since 2023, as evidenced by the subsequent MOTs in 2024 and 2025. The gap between these two tests, where the car was tested in 2024 and 2025, suggests that the owner skipped basic upkeep or maintenance, allowing wear on critical components to accumulate over a period of roughly two years. This lack of proactive intervention has resulted in a significant deterioration of the chassis and suspension, as the 2024 test revealed a cracked or perishing offside rear tyre, a defect that would likely have been caught in the 2026 test. The mileage pattern supports the conclusion that the vehicle has undergone rapid accumulation of wear, particularly in the drivetrain and suspension, which is consistent with its age of approximately 16 years. The data shows a steady increase in recorded mileage from 66,599 miles in 2022 to 74,070 miles in 2025, a gap of 7,471 miles. This rapid mileage accumulation is likely due to the owner's lack of regular servicing, as the vehicle has not been maintained for over two years since the last MOT. While the mileage is relatively low compared to typical standards for this age group, the fact that the vehicle has been tested in a state of disrepair since 2023 underscores the importance of adhering to a strict maintenance schedule. Any vehicle with such a history should be inspected for structural integrity, as the lack of a passing test in 2024 indicates that the suspension and braking components have degraded to a point where they are no longer safe for normal driving. In conclusion, the 2026 MOT indicates that the vehicle is roadworthy, but the evidence of a worsening maintenance trend strongly suggests that the owner has neglected basic upkeep. The recurring faults of a cracked or perishing offside rear tyre and corroded radiator support panel, combined with rapid mileage accumulation over the past two years, point to a serious risk of future failure. A buyer must be prepared to conduct a thorough physical inspection immediately, focusing on the suspension bushings, coil springs, brake discs, and structural integrity of the chassis, as the vehicle has not been tested for these components in any of the most recent records.