2006 Renault Clio 1.6L Petrol · EY06 OLA

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile characterized by a pattern of reactive rather than preventative maintenance. While it passed its most recent February 2024 test at 118,557 miles, the preceding failure just one day prior revealed multiple critical safety and emissions defects. The trend remains unstable, as the car consistently fails on issues related to lighting, tyres, and suspension components. Given that no MOT has been recorded for over two years, the current state of the vehicle is unverified and carries significant risk of immediate mechanical degradation. At 118,557 miles, this twenty-year-old Clio has a low annual average of approximately 5,900 miles per year. However, the data shows a period of low activity in recent years. Between February 2022 and February 2024, the vehicle covered only 8,553 miles, yet it suffered multiple failures for fractured coil springs and binding brake components. This low usage suggests the car may sit for long periods, which often leads to rubber perish, seal corrosion, and brake caliper seizure. A buyer must prioritize a thorough inspection of the gearbox for the persistent oil leak noted in both 2023 and 2024. The recurring history of binding offside rear brakes and fractured offside front coil springs indicates the suspension and braking system require urgent scrutiny. Furthermore, the 2023 failure regarding an inoperative engine light and high lambda emissions suggests potential engine management issues that may not have been fully resolved despite the subsequent pass. The frequent mention of tyres reaching the legal tread depth limit implies that the previous owner neglected basic consumable upkeep until forced by an MOT failure.