2011 Renault Clio 1.6L Petrol · FR11 GPF

The 2026‑06‑18 MOT passed the vehicle, yet the record reveals a worsening maintenance trend: repeated failures on rear suspension components, recurring brake pad wear, and persistent lighting defects across the 2025 and 2024 tests indicate that previous owners have not fully addressed underlying mechanical issues. Minor defects such as a damaged near‑side front windscreen, a cracked rear reflector and thin rear brake pads are present, but no major structural or safety‑critical failures appear in the latest test. The mileage trajectory shows the car is 15 years old with 169,115 recorded miles, averaging about 11,274 miles per year, which is typical for its age. However, the jump from 106,213 miles in August 2023 to 160,627 miles in June 2025 represents an acceleration of roughly 54,000 miles in 22 months, suggesting increased usage and heightened wear on consumables and mechanical parts. Earlier gaps are modest, but the rapid accumulation after 2023 points to a period of more intensive driving. A buyer should inspect the rear coil springs and suspension bushes for corrosion or fracture, verify rear brake pad thickness and check for binding calipers or worn discs, and examine the condition of the rear brake discs and parking brake efficiency. Attention must also be given to the front track‑rod end ball joint, front coil spring integrity, and tyre tread depth, especially on the rear tyres that have repeatedly approached the legal limit. Finally, confirm that all lamps, reflectors and the windscreen are free from defects that could impair vision or compliance.