2006 Renault Clio 1.4L Petrol · HT55 AAE

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, though the record shows a significant gap in recent testing. The most recent MOT test conducted in September 2022 at 107,881 miles passed with no defects recorded, indicating the car was in good mechanical condition at that time. However, as today is June 2026, the vehicle is nearly four years overdue for its annual inspection, leaving the current state of its structural and mechanical components unknown from official data. The mileage profile is notably low for a twenty-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,400 miles per year. Between August 2020 and September 2022, the car covered only 4,948 miles, moving from 102,933 to 107,881 miles. This low usage suggests short trips or long periods of inactivity, which reduces wear on the engine and drivetrain but often leads to the accelerated degradation of rubber-based components such as suspension bushes, hoses, and tyres, as well as potential brake corrosion on the discs. A buyer must prioritize a physical inspection of the chassis and suspension system due to the lack of recent data. The history shows two failures where no specific defects were listed in the summary, which often indicates administrative errors or minor re-tests that were rectified immediately. Given the age and low mileage, the inspection should focus on structural rust in the sills and wheel arches, and check for seized brake calipers or perished seals resulting from sitting. The absence of advisories in the 2022 test suggests a well-maintained vehicle, but the four-year lapse necessitates a thorough check of all safety-critical items before any purchase.