2019 Renault Clio 0.9L Petrol · KP69 YMD

The 2019 Renault Clio presents a stable and improving roadworthiness trend, culminating in a clean pass on 10 October 2025 at 22,013 miles with zero defects recorded. The preceding failure on 9 October 2025 at 22,012 miles saw two minor issues flagged: a defective offside rear seat belt retracting mechanism and a worn, split brake pedal rubber. Both were rectified before the retest the following day. This pattern suggests attentive remedial work rather than neglect, and the most recent certificate confirms the vehicle currently meets all DVSA standards. The mileage profile is notably low for a seven-year-old vehicle. Across the full record, annual mileage averages roughly 3,145 miles, with the 2024 test recorded at 21,066 miles and the 2025 tests at 22,012 to 22,013 miles. That represents only 947 miles of use in the twelve months between September 2024 and October 2025. Such limited use raises the possibility of prolonged standing periods, which can affect tyre sidewall condition, brake surface corrosion, and fluid degradation, even though the recorded mileage itself is minimal. The advisory and failure history reveals a recurring pattern with the brake pedal anti-slip rubber, flagged as worn and split in both the September 2022 and October 2025 failures. This is a consumable wear item rather than a structural concern, but its recurrence across three years suggests the replacement parts used may not be lasting as expected, or the pedal is subject to unusually heavy use given the low mileage. The nearside rear wheel bearing advisory recorded on 18 September 2023 at 20,294 miles for slight play did not reappear at subsequent tests, indicating either repair or that the play remained within tolerance. The nearside front outer tyre cut noted on 23 September 2022 also did not recur. A prospective buyer should inspect the brake pedal rubber for freshness of fit and condition, check both rear seat belt mechanisms for smooth retraction, and examine all four tyres for age-related cracking given the low annual mileage and potential for prolonged stationary periods. The nearside rear wheel bearing deserves a road test check for any whine or play, and the underside should be inspected for corrosion consistent with a vehicle that may have spent extended periods unused. Overall, the record reflects a mechanically sound car with minor, well-documented issues that have been addressed promptly.