2014 Renault Clio 1.5L Diesel · LT64 NDL

The 2014 Renault Clio currently presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a completely clean pass on 08 July 2025 at 97,253 miles with zero defects. Prior to this, the vehicle failed its July 2024 test on 11 July at 90,464 miles due to deteriorated constant velocity boots and incorrect headlamp aim. The subsequent retest on 19 July 2024 at 90,552 miles passed, though the tester flagged worn front brake discs as an advisory. Rectifying the CV boots and headlamp aim between these dates demonstrates that the previous owner addressed immediate mechanical failures, leaving the vehicle in a sound, defect-free state at its most recent annual assessment. Accumulating 97,253 miles over twelve years results in an average annual mileage of roughly 8,104 miles, which is entirely typical for this age of vehicle. The service intervals inferred from the MOT mileage show consistent usage without prolonged periods of inactivity. Between 27 June 2022 and 07 July 2023, the Clio covered 6,954 miles, followed by 8,560 miles over the next twelve months to 11 July 2024. The most recent year, from 19 July 2024 to 08 July 2025, saw 6,701 miles added. This steady accumulation indicates regular, everyday use rather than long-term standing, which bodes well for the ongoing lubrication and health of mechanical components. Despite the clean 2025 result, a prospective buyer should thoroughly inspect the front drivetrain and braking components. The severely deteriorated and split outer constant velocity boots failed in July 2024, meaning the joints were exposed to dirt and moisture prior to replacement. Check for any fresh grease leakage or clicking articulation noises on full lock to ensure the remedial work was executed properly. The tester also flagged worn front brake discs as an advisory during the July 2024 retest. Measure the current disc thickness against minimum specifications, as twelve months and nearly 7,000 miles of subsequent driving will have consumed remaining material. Check the headlamp aim and inspect the front suspension geometry, as the incorrect beam projection previously flagged could point to worn suspension bushes or a poorly seated coil spring rather than just a misaligned light unit.