2013 Renault Clio 0.9L Petrol · LR13 EXS

The vehicle remains roadworthy, though the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent test in July 2025 at 77,301 miles identified a minor nearside rear service brake binding. While the vehicle passed, this follows a trend where components are only addressed once they reach a failure point or advisory threshold. The overall condition appears stable but indicates a consistent failure to monitor rubber components and suspension parts before they deteriorate. At 77,301 miles over thirteen years, the Clio has averaged approximately 5,900 miles per year, which is significantly below the national average. This low mileage suggests light use, but the record highlights the risks associated with age-related degradation. Between June 2022 and July 2023, the car covered only 4,268 miles, yet it suffered a failure for a worn ball joint and a perished CV boot. This confirms that rubber components and mechanical joints are failing due to time and environmental exposure rather than high mileage alone. A buyer must inspect the front suspension assembly closely, as the nearside front drive shaft CV boot and ball joint have been recurring issues between 2022 and 2024. The repeated reports of uneven tyre wear on both front corners in 2023 and 2024 suggest persistent alignment issues or worn suspension bushes that have not been fully rectified. Additionally, the binding nearside rear brake noted in 2025 needs physical verification to ensure the caliper piston is not seizing, which would lead to premature wear of the brake discs and pads.