2003 Renault Clio 2.0L Petrol · M99 RAN

The vehicle's roadworthiness shows signs of recent decline following a period of stability. While the July 2026 test at 94,359 miles resulted in a pass, the tester flagged several issues including a worn offside front tyre and slight play in the offside front lower suspension arm ball joint. This represents a worsening trend in mechanical wear compared to the clean results seen in 2022 and 2024. The presence of track use modifications also suggests the vehicle has been subjected to higher stress than typical road usage would imply. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 23-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 4,100 miles per year. This low usage is evident in the data, with the vehicle covering only 325 miles between the June 2025 and July 2026 tests. However, the record shows significant gaps in testing intervals, such as the three-year period between 2019 and 2022. While low mileage often suggests less mechanical wear, the history of oil leaks and emissions failures in 2012 suggests that long periods of inactivity may have contributed to component degradation. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the suspension and steering components. The offside front lower suspension arm ball joint has appeared as an advisory in both the June 2025 and July 2026 tests, indicating a persistent issue that has not been resolved. The recent advisory regarding the worn tyre and the previous mention of a noisy nearside front wheel bearing in 2025 suggest that consumables and bearings are reaching the end of their service life. Braking performance and emissions require close scrutiny. The vehicle has a history of braking efficiency issues, including a failure in July 2019 and low efficiency noted in 2015 and 2014. Given the track modifications and the previous missing catalytic converter in 2012, the buyer should verify the integrity of the entire exhaust system and ensure the braking system is not merely meeting the minimum legal threshold but is performing reliably. Finally, the recurring mention of oil leaks and power steering component leaks over the years necessitates a check for current fluid loss and engine bay cleanliness.