2023 Renault Clio E-Tech Engineered HEV A 1.6L Hybrid electric (clean) · FH23 DFP

The vehicle most recently passed its DVSA MOT test on 4 June 2026, achieving a clean pass with a single advisory recorded against the offside front tyre, which was noted as worn close to the legal limit and worn on the inner edge. With only this single test on record and no prior failures or advisories for comparison, the immediate maintenance trend appears stable, though the isolated tyre advisory does warrant attention. An inner-edge wear pattern is mechanically significant as it typically indicates a misalignment of the front wheels, worn or compliant suspension components such as control arm bushes, ball joints, or top mounts, or potentially a tyre that has been run under-inflated for an extended period. While the vehicle passed at the time of test, a prospective buyer should treat this advisory as an early indicator that a four-wheel alignment check and a closer inspection of the front suspension geometry would be prudent. The recorded mileage of 12,503 miles over an approximate three-year period equates to an annual usage of around 4,168 miles, which is well below average for a vehicle of this age. Such low mileage suggests either predominantly short urban journeys, typical of a hybrid powertrain operating in its most efficient regime, or extended periods of standing where the vehicle has remained largely unused. While lower mileage generally reduces wear on major drivetrain components such as the engine, clutch, and brakes through less mechanical cycling, it introduces its own set of age-related concerns. Components most susceptible to degradation through standing rather than use include the 12V battery, brake discs and calipers which may suffer from surface corrosion and binding, tyres through sidewall perishing and flat-spotting, and various rubber and plastic components throughout the chassis and drivetrain. The hybrid system itself, comprising a high-voltage battery pack and associated control electronics, is also subject to calendar-based degradation regardless of mileage accrued. Given the low annual mileage and the relatively youthful age of the vehicle, a prospective buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection focused on the consequences of extended standing rather than excessive wear. The tyres, despite the noted advisory on the offside front, should be examined closely across all four corners for any signs of sidewall cracking, perishing, or uneven tread wear, and particular attention should be paid to whether the inner-edge wear pattern identified at the MOT is consistent across both front tyres, which would suggest a persistent alignment issue requiring rectification before any new tyres are fitted. The 12V battery, which powers ancillary systems and supports the hybrid powertrain's electronic control units, should be load-tested as low-mileage vehicles frequently suffer from premature battery failure due to insufficient charging cycles. Brake calipers, particularly on the rear axle given the regenerative braking system reducing pad wear, should be checked for binding by ensuring all wheels rotate freely by hand when the vehicle is elevated, and the brake discs inspected for any significant rust pitting around the outer edges and friction surfaces that could lead to juddering under braking. Finally, while the odometer reading is modest, all fluid-based servicing should be verified independently of any in-vehicle service interval indicators, as hybrid vehicles operating on low annual mileage often exceed the calendar-based service thresholds specified by the manufacturer without triggering mileage-based warnings. Brake fluid is hygroscopic and should typically be renewed every two to three years regardless of mileage to prevent moisture ingress compromising braking performance, and the engine coolant, inverter coolant for the hybrid system, and transmission fluid for the multimode automatic gearbox should all be inspected for condition and replacement history. The exhaust system, including the underfloor catalytic converter and hybrid-specific emissions components, should be examined for any corrosion given the vehicle's age, and a thorough scan of all hybrid system fault codes using a Renault-compatible diagnostic tool is strongly recommended to confirm the health of the high-voltage battery pack and energy management system, as these components are not evaluated during a standard MOT test but represent a significant cost consideration should intervention be required.