2015 Renault Clio 0.9L Petrol · HT04 URT

A clean slate defines this 2015 Renault Clio from a roadworthiness perspective, with five consecutive MOT entries across 2023, 2024, and 2025 producing zero advisories and zero recorded defects. The most recent test on 18 June 2025 initially recorded a failure entry but was followed immediately by a pass on the same date with no defects listed, suggesting an administrative or retest process rather than any mechanical non-compliance. Across the full testing window visible in the record, the vehicle has demonstrated consistent compliance with DVSA standards, indicating stable structural integrity, exhaust emissions within tolerance, lighting and visibility equipment functioning correctly, and no recorded brake, tyre, or suspension issues at the time of inspection. At 64,464 miles over approximately eleven years, this Clio has covered roughly 5,860 miles annually, which sits at the lower end of typical usage for a vehicle of its age and class. The testing history shows annual MOT entries from April 2023 through June 2025 with no significant gaps, suggesting the car has remained in regular use and on the road throughout this period rather than being laid up. The relatively modest annual accumulation points to predominantly light-duty usage, likely a mix of shorter urban journeys and occasional longer runs, which generally favours component longevity but can place slightly higher demand on items that suffer from infrequent operation, such as the braking system and underbody components exposed to moisture without regular high-temperature drying cycles. For a prospective buyer, the absence of recorded advisories means there are no specific flagged components to prioritise during a physical inspection, but a thorough pre-purchase evaluation should still focus on areas commonly affected on Clios of this generation. During a test drive, listen for any knocking or clonking from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, particularly indicative of worn lower control arm bushes or anti-roll bar drop links, and pay attention to steering feel for any vagueness, knocking through the column, or uneven self-centring that could suggest worn tie rod ends or strut top mounts. On the braking system, check for any pulling to one side under gentle or firm braking, which can indicate a binding or seized caliper, and inspect the pedal for excessive travel or a soft, spongy feel that may suggest worn caliper seals or air ingress in the hydraulic system. Given the low annual mileage, also verify that the brake discs and pads have adequate material remaining, as lightly used vehicles can still suffer from corrosion of the disc surface leading to judder under braking. A physical underbody inspection is recommended even with a clean MOT record, paying particular attention to the rear axle mounting points, subframe, and suspension links for any surface corrosion that may not yet have reached the threshold for an MOT advisory but could progress. Inspect all visible brake pipes and flexible hoses for any signs of corrosion, cracking, or weeping, as these are common age-related concerns on French vehicles of this era. Examine the exhaust system from the manifold rearwards for any signs of blue or white smoke on startup, and check for oil misting around the engine and transmission seams, which would indicate gasket or seal degradation typical of higher-mileage units. Finally, confirm that all warning lights extinguish promptly after engine start and that the cooling system holds pressure without any evidence of coolant loss, as a clean MOT history reflects only the condition at the point of test and does not guarantee against developing issues in the intervening period.