2010 Renault Clio 1.5L Diesel · MM10 CDF

The most recent MOT inspection for this Renault Clio passed on 29 October 2025, but the vehicle's maintenance history shows a concerning trend of recurring mechanical and electrical issues. While the latest result is a pass, the preceding failure on 27 October 2025 regarding windscreen wipers and washer fluid, combined with the significant failures in 2024 and 2023, suggests a reactive rather than proactive approach to maintenance. The frequency of failures related to lighting, steering components, and safety systems indicates that the vehicle is often only being addressed when it reaches the threshold of legal non-compliance. With 146,196 miles recorded over approximately 16 years, the vehicle has averaged roughly 9,137 miles per year. This is considered typical usage for a vehicle of this age and suggests it has not been subjected to extreme high-mileage motorway driving, nor has it been left to sit idle for extended periods. However, this mileage level means that several major wear-and-tear components are likely nearing the end of their service life. The cumulative mileage will have placed significant stress on the drivetrain, suspension, and braking systems, which is reflected in the growing list of advisories concerning structural and mechanical degradation. A prospective buyer should exercise significant caution due to the persistent advisories regarding the braking system and suspension. The recurring mention of pitted and scored front brake discs suggests that the braking surfaces are deteriorating, which may lead to brake shudder or reduced stopping efficiency if not addressed. Furthermore, the presence of play in the offside front wheel bearing and reports of corrosion on the Macpherson struts and offside rear coil spring are serious indicators of impending suspension failure. During a test drive, you should listen closely for any rhythmic humming or grinding from the front wheels, which would indicate the wheel bearing is worsening, and watch for clunks or knocks over uneven surfaces, which would suggest the corroded struts or springs are failing. Additional attention must be paid to the steering and electrical integrity. The history of track rod end play and anti-roll bar linkage issues indicates that the steering geometry may be unstable, potentially causing uneven tyre wear or a vague steering feel. You should also verify if the supplementary restraint system (SRS) fault noted in late 2024 has been professionally rectified, as a warning lamp indicates a failure in the airbag or seatbelt pretensioner system. Finally, check the condition of the tyres for uneven wear patterns that could stem from the previously noted steering issues, and inspect the underside of the vehicle for any signs of structural corrosion that may have been overlooked by the previous advisories.