2014 Renault Clio 1.5L Diesel · HN14 MSY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful MOT in January 2026, but the maintenance trend shows a reactive rather than proactive approach. The recent failure at 58,076 miles revealed significant safety concerns including a fractured offside front coil spring, critically worn front brake pads, and scored brake discs. While the car passed the re-test just 32 miles later, the recurrence of mechanical defects indicates that the owner only addresses faults when forced by testing requirements rather than performing routine preventative maintenance. At 12 years old with 58,108 miles, the Clio has remarkably low mileage, averaging approximately 4,800 miles per year. This low usage is consistent with the gap of only 3,263 miles recorded between January 2025 and January 2026, which suggests the vehicle may sit for long periods. Such low-mileage patterns often lead to accelerated degradation of rubber components and corrosion on metal braking surfaces, which is evidenced by the pitted discs found in the 2026 test and the split boot noted in 2024. A buyer must inspect the front suspension thoroughly, as the record shows a fractured coil spring on both sides across different years. The 2024 failure for a split nearside front drive shaft boot also necessitates a physical check for grease leakage and potential damage to the CV joint. Given the history of dangerously thin brake pads and worn discs, the current state of the braking system should be verified to ensure the calipers are not seizing and that the new components have sufficient service life remaining.