2004 Renault Clio 1.4L Petrol · NC53 DVR

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a reactive approach to repairs rather than preventative care. The most recent test in April 2026 at 63,736 miles resulted in a failure due to an excessively worn offside front lower suspension arm ball joint and a tyre reaching the legal limit with edge wear. While the car passed following these repairs, the recurrence of mechanical faults suggests that components are only being addressed once they reach a point of failure. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 22-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,900 miles per year. Between the 2024 test at 52,286 miles and the 2026 test at 63,736 miles, the car covered 11,450 miles. This low usage suggests infrequent travel but often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components due to age, which is consistent with the perishing anti roll bar link bushes and worn ball joints noted in the history. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the front suspension geometry, as the record shows specific issues with the offside anti roll bar link in 2024 and the ball joint in 2026. The edge wear on the offside front tyre from the latest test also indicates a potential alignment issue or a worn bushing that should be verified to prevent rapid tyre degradation. Given the age of the Clio, a thorough check for structural corrosion on the sills and mounting points is essential, as low-mileage vehicles often suffer from hidden rust that mechanical wear cannot mask.