2010 Renault Clio 1.1L Petrol · HN10 OAO

The vehicle is currently unroadworthy following a failure on 26 May 2026 at 96,867 miles. The maintenance trend is clearly worsening, as the car has progressed from minor advisories to critical mechanical failures. The most recent test identified an excessive oil leak from the engine, a fractured offside coil spring, and play in the nearside track rod end ball joint. While the vehicle passed its tests in 2024 and 2025, the emergence of structural deformation on the nearside structure indicates a significant decline in mechanical integrity that has not been addressed in previous inspections. The mileage reflects a consistent usage pattern of approximately 6,000 miles per year, which is typical for a sixteen-year-old vehicle. Between June 2022 at 80,740 miles and May 2026 at 96,867 miles, the car covered roughly 16,000 miles. This steady accumulation suggests the car has not sat stationary for long periods, yet the recurring nature of issues like the broken engine breather pipe appearing across 2024 and 2025 tests indicates a pattern of reactive rather than proactive maintenance. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the nearside sill and structural areas, as these have been flagged since at least 2024 and have now resulted in deformation. The oil leak has escalated from a minor concern to an excessive failure, requiring a professional assessment of the engine gasket and seal integrity. Furthermore, the suspension history shows a history of uneven tyre wear and distorted wheels, which often suggests underlying alignment issues or worn suspension components. Immediate replacement of the fractured coil spring and track rod end is mandatory before the vehicle can be considered safe for the road.