2007 Renault Clio 1.1L Petrol · GR07 LAA

The Renault Clio’s most recent MOT test on 2025-10-11 confirms a passing status at 84,146 miles, though it follows an unusually high failure rate in the preceding 12 months. The vehicle failed twice in quick succession—first on 2025-09-27 at 84,130 miles, then again on 2024-09-09 at 79,555 miles—despite no recorded defects being logged during those tests. This pattern of back-to-back failures without specified issues suggests either administrative errors in the MOT process or a vehicle that narrowly avoided serious faults during inspection. The most recent pass on 2025-10-11 indicates the car has cleared whatever threshold caused the prior failures, but the lack of defect details leaves critical components—such as brakes, suspension, or emissions—unverified beyond that single pass. The recorded mileage of 84,146 miles at 19 years old aligns with unusually light usage, averaging just 4,429 miles per year. This could imply prolonged periods of inactivity, which may have mitigated some wear but also risks accelerated degradation of fluids, seals, and rubber components. Notably, there are no gaps exceeding 12 months between tests, meaning the vehicle has been tested regularly, though the abrupt failures in 2024 and 2025 stand out as anomalies. Without additional service records, it’s impossible to confirm whether maintenance was consistently performed, but the low mileage suggests the owner may have prioritised short-term preservation over proactive servicing. Given the lack of specific defect details in the MOT history, a buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of the suspension system, particularly the bushes and coil springs, as these components often degrade unevenly over time. The repeated failures warrant scrutiny of the braking system, including caliper binding, disc warpage, and master cylinder condition, even if no faults were recorded. Structural integrity should also be assessed for corrosion, particularly around wheel arches, sills, and the subframe, as rust can compromise safety without immediate MOT failure. Finally, fluid levels—brake, power steering, and coolant—should be checked, as prolonged inactivity can lead to contamination or degradation. The absence of advisories in the MOT record does not guarantee these areas are free from hidden issues.