2013 Renault Clio 0.9L Petrol · GL62 WCO

The 2013 Renault Clio is not currently roadworthy, as its most recent December 2025 MOT at 56,357 miles ended in a failure, and the maintenance trend has worsened across the last two test cycles, with consecutive failures in 2024 and 2025 following a clean pass in November 2023. The vehicle’s recorded mileage aligns with its low annual average of roughly 4,335 miles per year for its 13-year age, with consistent accumulation between test dates: 4,405 miles were added between the November 2023 MOT at 47,904 miles and the December 2024 MOT at 52,309 miles, and a further 4,048 miles between the 2024 and December 2025 tests. There are no unexplained gaps or sudden spikes in recorded mileage that would suggest tampering or unlogged long-distance use, though the low overall figure may indicate periods of standing still that can accelerate perishable component degradation like tyre rubber and suspension bushes. A buyer should prioritise in-person inspection of the rear braking system first, as the December 2025 MOT recorded an excessively binding nearside rear service brake and imbalanced braking across the rear axle, faults that may stem from seized caliper pistons, worn brake lines, or unevenly worn rear discs and pads, neither of which appeared in the 2024 MOT indicating recent deterioration. The rear tyres have been a recurring fault across both 2024 and 2025 MOTs, with cracking tread noted in 2024 progressing to full structural tears in both rear units by the end of 2025, so the current rear tyre fitment is likely unsafe and requires immediate replacement, while the front tyres also show tread cracking that needs assessment for remaining legal tread depth and structural integrity. The front suspension and drivetrain components also require close checks: the 2024 MOT recorded split constant velocity boots on both front outer drive shaft joints, a fault that allows dirt ingress and will lead to premature CV joint failure if not addressed, while the 2024 MOT noted persistent noise from the front anti-roll bar bushes, a sign of worn mounting bushes that will impact handling and produce clunking during cornering. The offside outer sill has shown slight damage across all three MOT cycles, so a thorough check for hidden structural corrosion behind the damaged sill panel is necessary to rule out compromise to the vehicle’s structural integrity.