2002 Renault Clio 1.1L Petrol · FM02 VMA

The 2002 Renault Clio presents a stable and improving mechanical trend, culminating in a clean pass at its most recent MOT on 5 June 2024 at 107,815 miles. The maintenance record shows no recurring defects across the documented tests, indicating the vehicle currently meets all required safety and emissions standards. Notably, the 2024 test initially recorded a fail on 4 June with no defects listed, followed by a pass the next day, suggesting a minor rectification or administrative retest occurred immediately. The absence of advisories or failures in the subsequent tests confirms a well-maintained mechanical state. The recorded mileage of 107,815 miles equates to an annual average of roughly 4,492 miles, which is exceptionally low for a 24-year-old vehicle. Between the June 2022 test at 92,639 miles and the June 2023 test at 101,412 miles, the Clio covered 8,773 miles in twelve months. Mileage accumulation has since halted entirely, with the odometer reading identical at 107,815 miles for both the failed and passed tests in June 2024. This stagnation over the last three years points to either very light local use or prolonged periods of inactivity. Despite the clean MOT record, a physical inspection must focus on age-related deterioration rather than active mechanical faults. The extended periods of low mileage and standing raise the risk of perished rubber suspension bushes, degraded brake hoses, and seized brake calipers. Structural integrity requires close scrutiny; a 2002 Clio of this vintage is highly susceptible to corrosion on the sills, subframes, and floor pans, particularly if it has sat stationary. Tyre sidewall cracking is another likely consequence of age and low usage, even if tread depths currently meet the legal minimum. A thorough assessment of the exhaust system for rust and the cooling system for degraded hoses will confirm whether this low-mileage example has been preserved or simply neglected.