2014 Renault Clio 1.5L Diesel · LT64 KDU

Significant brake and suspension concerns have emerged in the recent MOT history, highlighted by the 2024 failure that recorded an off‑side front shock absorber with a serious fluid leak and excessive binding on both rear service brakes. Although the vehicle cleared a subsequent test in December 2025, the record still shows a severely deteriorated near‑side front drive‑shaft CV boot and a lingering rear‑plate lamp fault, indicating that the major faults were addressed but that wear‑related issues remain active. At 138,844 miles over twelve years the average annual mileage sits around 11,500 mi, which aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age and suggests steady, rather than extreme, wear. The MOT chronology shows no prolonged gaps in testing, meaning mileage increments have been recorded consistently and there is no evidence of long periods of inactivity that could conceal latent corrosion or component fatigue. Prospective buyers should give particular attention to the front suspension and driveline. The prior off‑side front shock absorber leak points to possible seal failure; listen for a steady hiss or oil seepage around the shock body and feel for reduced damping when driving over bumps. The near‑side front CV boot deterioration warrants a visual inspection for cracks or oil splatter on the joint, and any clicking or clunking when turning at low speed could indicate impending joint failure. Additionally, the 2021 off‑side front suspension arm ball‑joint was recorded as excessively worn, so verify that the steering feels tight and that there is no play in the wheel when rocked side‑to‑side. The brake system also demands scrutiny. Repeated indications of rear brake binding—first as an advisory in 2023 and then as a major failure in 2024—suggest possible caliper sticking, warped discs, or deteriorated hydraulic lines; during a test drive the pedal should feel firm without pulsation, and the vehicle should not pull to one side under braking. Inspect the rear discs for uneven wear or scoring, and check for any fluid leakage around the calipers. Tyre condition has been flagged repeatedly, with several tyres noted as close to the legal tread limit; confirm that all four tyres retain at least 1.6 mm tread depth and exhibit even wear across the tread width, as uneven wear may point to alignment or suspension issues that have not yet been fully resolved.