2009 Renault Clio 1.5L Diesel · HN59 NVM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a shift from perfect operation to emerging mechanical wear. While the car achieved clean passes between 2023 and 2024, the most recent test in August 2025 at 85,451 miles identified several minor defects. The appearance of slight play in both front anti-roll bar linkage ball joints indicates that the suspension components are beginning to reach the end of their service life despite the relatively low overall mileage. The mileage profile is notably low for a 17-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,000 miles per year. There is a significant gap in usage between December 2023 and August 2025, where the car covered only 3,299 miles over twenty months. This low-frequency use often leads to the degradation of rubber components and fluid seals, which may explain the mechanical failure seen in March 2023 at 80,957 miles where high exhaust emissions suggested the engine may have sat idle for long periods before the test. A buyer should prioritise a physical inspection of the front suspension to assess the extent of play in the anti-roll bar linkages flagged in the 2025 record. The previous failure regarding tyre tread depth and insecure interior mirrors suggests that basic maintenance was occasionally neglected in the past, so a thorough check of all current tyres and mounting fittings is necessary. Furthermore, the presence of products on the headlamp lenses should be monitored to ensure the plastic is not cracking or significantly degrading light output as time progresses.