2013 Renault Clio 0.9L Petrol · HJ63 ACZ

The vehicle's roadworthiness shows a worrying downward trend in maintenance standards. While the most recent test on 6 August 2025 at 90,760 miles resulted in a pass, it followed a failure just eight days earlier on 29 July 2025. The 2025 failures reveal significant issues with the braking system, including a binding offside rear service brake and an excessively damaged nearside front brake hose. The presence of multiple advisories in the latest pass, specifically regarding pitted front brake discs, corroded offside front brake pipes, and worn tyres, suggests that while the vehicle is technically legal, the quality of upkeep has declined significantly compared to the cleaner records seen in 2020 and 2023. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a typical 13-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,000 miles per year. The record shows steady progression from 29,613 miles in 2016 to the current 90,760 miles. There are no major gaps in usage that would suggest long periods of inactivity, which is positive for preventing seal degradation. However, the recent jump from 87,443 miles in September 2024 to over 90,700 miles in July 2025 indicates a period of more frequent use coinciding with the onset of several mechanical failures. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the steering and suspension components. The 2025 records flagged play in the steering rack inner joints and slight free play at the steering wheel, which may indicate more significant steering rack wear than a simple advisory suggests. The history also shows recurring issues with suspension bushes and ball joints, such as the nearside front suspension arm ball joint failure in 2021 and the offside front lower suspension arm bush advisory in 2024. These components should be checked for excessive movement or noise. The braking system requires immediate scrutiny. The recurring mention of pitted or scored front brake discs and the recent issues with brake pipe corrosion and hose damage suggest the hydraulic system and friction components are reaching the end of their service life. Given the failure regarding parking brake efficiency and lever movement in July 2025, the handbrake mechanism should be tested for correct adjustment and tension. Finally, check the condition of the tyres and wheel rims, as the vehicle has a history of distorted wheels and structural tyre defects.