2004 Renault Clio 1.5L Diesel · FJ04 UOG

The 2004 Renault Clio presents a stable, albeit sparse, maintenance trend, culminating in a pass at its most recent MOT on 6 March 2023 at 118,489 miles. The tester recorded no defects during this assessment, indicating the vehicle met minimum roadworthiness standards at that time. The preceding test on 3 March 2023 at 118,455 miles resulted in a failure despite the record showing no defects, suggesting an abort or an issue rectified immediately before the pass three days later. With no recorded advisories or recurring mechanical faults over the last two tests, the trend appears stable, though the lack of recent testing since March 2023 leaves the current condition unverified. The mileage pattern reveals a distinct anomaly and a prolonged period of inactivity. Between the February 2022 pass at 107,691 miles and the March 2023 failure at 118,455 miles, the Clio covered 10,764 miles in just over twelve months. Yet, the recorded mileage has remained entirely stagnant at 118,489 miles since the March 2023 pass. Given today's date is July 2026, the vehicle has not accumulated any miles in over three years. This extended stationary period raises concerns about deterioration from standing rather than driving, such as perished rubber brake seals, degraded tyres, and corroded brake discs. A buyer must inspect the vehicle thoroughly for the effects of long-term storage. Check the tyre sidewalls for age-related cracking, as the rubber will have hardened significantly over three years. Examine the brake discs for surface corrosion and assess the brake calipers for binding, a common issue when vehicles stand unused. Inspect the suspension bushes and exhaust system for corrosion exacerbated by standing moisture. The stagnant odometer requires verifying whether the vehicle has genuinely sat idle or if the speedometer has been tampered with; a physical inspection of pedal wear, seat bolsters, and general interior condition will help corroborate the low, frozen mileage.