2007 Renault Clio 1.1L Petrol · GU07 UEJ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach. While it passed its latest test in July 2025 at 68,410 miles, this followed a failure just nine days prior at 68,334 miles. The recent failure revealed significant safety concerns including worn front brake discs, thin pads, and a structural tyre failure. The trend suggests that the owner only addresses faults when necessitated by an MOT failure rather than performing scheduled preventative maintenance. At 19 years old, the recorded mileage of 68,410 miles represents a low average of approximately 3,600 miles per year. The data shows significant gaps in usage, such as the twenty-one month interval between November 2022 and August 2024. This low-frequency use often correlates with age-related degradation of rubber components, which is evidenced by the perishing rubber on the offside rear tyre noted in 2025 and the fracture of the nearside rear coil spring identified during the 2024 test. A buyer must closely inspect the rear sub-frame, as it was flagged as corroded in July 2025. Although the tester noted it was not seriously weakened at that time, corrosion on these Renault components often progresses rapidly once it breaks the surface. The buyer should also verify the braking system, as the record shows a history of binding and worn discs spanning 2022 to 2025. Given the previous issues with track rod ends and coil springs, a thorough check of the steering geometry and suspension bushings is essential to ensure the recent repairs were executed correctly.