2014 Renault Clio 1.5L Diesel · LS14 WRG

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a PASS on 14 November 2025 at 93,896 miles, but the maintenance trend shows a concerning pattern of recurring and worsening issues, particularly in braking and suspension systems. The most recent test revealed two critical failures: a split constant velocity boot on the nearside front drive shaft joint and an offside front tyre below legal tread depth, both of which are safety-critical faults. The front brake discs remain worn and pitted, a persistent issue since 2023, while the offside front shock absorber continues to show reduced damping effect—indicating ongoing suspension degradation. These repeated findings suggest that underlying mechanical problems have not been addressed, raising concerns about long-term reliability. Mileage accumulation over the past three years has been consistent, averaging approximately 7,800 miles annually, which aligns with typical usage for a 12-year-old vehicle. However, the gap between the 2024 and 2023 tests—just one year apart—reveals a compressed inspection cycle, likely due to the earlier failure in November 2023. This suggests the vehicle may have been driven through a period of unresolved defects, potentially accelerating wear. The absence of any MOT records prior to 2023 makes it difficult to assess the full maintenance history, but the concentration of issues from 2023 onward points to a lack of proactive servicing. A prospective buyer should conduct a thorough in-person inspection of the front suspension, focusing on the ball joints, control arms, and steering linkages, as these were flagged as excessively worn in 2023 and remain uncorrected. The condition of the front brake discs and pads must be verified, as they have shown progressive wear across multiple tests. The split CV boot on the nearside drive shaft is a high-risk item—failure could lead to complete drivetrain loss—and must be replaced immediately. Additionally, the offside front tyre’s low tread depth indicates a potential imbalance or alignment issue, which should be checked. Structural integrity should also be assessed, particularly around the front suspension mounting points and wheel arches, given the repeated suspension-related advisories.