2018 Renault Clio 0.9L Petrol · LT51 NOR

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the MOT history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than proactive maintenance. While the Clio passed its most recent test in October 2025 at 58,468 miles, the failure just one day prior highlighted a significant list of mechanical and safety defects. The trend shows a recurring failure to address basic components, specifically the suspension and braking systems across multiple testing cycles, suggesting that the previous owner only addressed faults when forced by an MOT failure rather than performing routine inspections. The mileage profile is consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,300 miles per year. There is a notable gap of over 12,000 miles between the November 2023 test at 29,992 miles and the November 2024 test at 42,178 miles. This indicates steady annual use, yet the accumulation of faults during these intervals suggests that the vehicle has been subjected to standard wear and tear that went unmanaged without preventative intervention, despite the relatively low total mileage. A buyer must inspect the front suspension closely, as the nearside front ball joint was flagged as excessively worn in 2024, and the offside front coil spring suffered a fracture in 2025. These failures indicate that the suspension components are reaching the end of their service life. The braking system also shows inconsistency, with imbalanced rear brakes noted in 2024 and thin front pads alongside brake pedal issues in 2025. You should verify that the repairs made after the October 2025 failure were comprehensive and not merely temporary. The history also highlights a persistent disregard for tyre condition. Records show perishing and damage noted annually in 2023, 2024, and 2025, culminating in a dangerous structural bulge on the nearside rear tyre. This type of failure suggests the vehicle may have sat for long periods or used low-quality rubber. A physical inspection should check for uneven tyre wear and sidewall degradation to ensure the alignment is not causing rapid premature failure.