2010 Renault Wind 1.6L Petrol · KB08 JWB

A pattern of recurring suspension, brake and corrosion advisories defines the mechanical history of this 2010 Renault Wind, with four separate MOT failures recorded since 2023 against an equivalent number of passes. The most recent test on 27 August 2026 was a pass, but only three days after a failure on 24 August 2026 was remedied, which itself produced majors on the offside front CV joint boot and the offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover. Prior to that, the August 2025 cycle contained a failure for a significantly worn rear brake disc alongside advisories on front disc wear, fluctuating service brake performance, steering rack inner joint play and a non-excessive oil leak. The August 2024 cycle brought a failure for a fractured offside rear coil spring, an anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover split and an incorrect colour offside rear direction indicator, while August 2023 saw the vehicle fail on both nearside and offside front coil springs. The cumulative picture is one of repeated component-level deterioration rather than isolated events, and the current pass should be read in that context. Against an age of approximately sixteen years, the recorded mileage of 58,199 miles equates to an annual accumulation of around 3,600 miles, which is low for the vehicle's age. This figure is consistent across the recorded tests, with no sharp jumps or suspicious drops that would indicate clock irregularity, but a low annual figure of this nature means the car has spent long periods either stationary or used only for modest journeys. Mechanically, that pattern tends to be associated with aged rubber and polymer components, surface corrosion on underbody structures, dried grease in joints and boots, and brake discs that corrode and pit through infrequent use rather than wearing through friction. The advisories actually recorded align closely with that expectation, particularly the sub-frame and rear suspension corrosion items and the pitted, scored brake discs. A prospective buyer should pay particular attention to the suspension and steering components that have been flagged repeatedly across the last three test cycles. The offside front sub-frame corrosion, rear suspension corrosion affecting the axle and spring holder, and offside rear shock casing corrosion noted in August 2026 warrant a thorough underbody inspection with the vehicle raised, looking for any flaking that exposes bare metal, perforation around mounting points, or distortion that could compromise structural integrity. The fractured coil springs recorded in 2023 and 2024, together with the inner tie rod play and steering rack inner joint play advisories, mean the front end should be rocked and bounced on a test drive to detect knocking, clonking over uneven surfaces, or free play in the steering that does not self-centre cleanly. Any reported clonking from the front under load, or a steering wheel that does not return promptly, would warrant further investigation of these joints. The braking system requires equally close attention given the fluctuating service brake performance, binding rear brake, and worn or pitted discs recorded across consecutive tests. On a road test, the buyer should look for any pull to one side under moderate braking, a spongy or inconsistent pedal feel, vibration or shudder through the pedal, and any evidence of a brake that fails to release fully, which would indicate a binding caliper consistent with the offside rear binding advisory. The CV joint boot and anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover splits from the August 2026 failure should also be checked visually for fresh grease around the joint, any clicking on full lock, and torn or perished rubber gaiters. Finally, the non-excessive oil leak advisory from 2025 should be monitored by inspecting under-bonnet seals and by checking the underside of the engine and bell housing for fresh residue, as even a minor leak can worsen over time and may indicate aged gaskets that are best dealt with preventatively.