2023 Renault Clio Techno E-Tech HEV Auto 1.6L Hybrid electric · NG72 FSN

This Renault Clio presents a notably thin MOT history, with only a single recorded test on file from 17 January 2026 where it passed without a single advisory or defect being recorded. Because the car first became MOT eligible from the start of its fourth year and that first examination returned a completely clean result, the DVSA record currently shows no recurring component issues, no advisories that might otherwise indicate emerging wear, and no structural corrosion concerns. In isolation, this is an encouraging start to the vehicle's testing life, but the single-test sample size means it should not be treated as definitive proof of long-term mechanical soundness. Any buyer should weight it as a baseline data point rather than an established pattern of reliability, and remain alert to the typical wear points one would expect from the high annual mileage this car is accumulating. With 39,431 miles clocked on a vehicle only three years old, this Clio is averaging roughly 13,144 miles per year, which sits well above the typical UK average of around 7,500 to 8,000 miles annually. The mileage spread between the vehicle's registration and the single MOT entry also implies consistent and fairly intensive use rather than a long stationary period or short-trip-only operation. Mechanically, that usage profile tends to bring forward the replacement cycle of consumables such as brake pads and discs, accelerate wear on suspension bushes, coil springs, and anti-roll bar drop links, and place greater cumulative load on the E-Tech hybrid drivetrain, including the multimode transmission, the high-voltage battery thermal management, and the regenerative braking components. The absence of any flagged advisories despite the heavy use is reassuring, but it does mean the inspection should concentrate on items that may not yet have triggered an MOT observation but are likely approaching service thresholds. From a buyer perspective, the immediate priority on a test drive is to assess the hybrid drivetrain thoroughly, as the E-Tech system combines a petrol engine with two electric motors and a clutchless dog-clutch transmission that can exhibit shunt or judder on light throttle transitions if the hybrid battery or actuators are showing fatigue. Listen carefully for any unexpected clunks when pulling away from a standstill or at low speed, and verify that the transitions between electric-only and petrol propulsion are smooth rather than hesitant or accompanied by warning messages on the instrument cluster. Given the mileage, the brake system should be scrutinised closely: although regenerative braking reduces pad wear on the rear axle, the front discs and pads will still be doing significant work, so feel for any pedal judder, vibration under braking, or any tendency for the car to pull to one side, which could point to uneven pad deposition or a binding caliper. Suspension and underbody condition should also be examined with the higher-than-average mileage in mind. On the road, listen for knocking or creaking from the front suspension over speed bumps and uneven surfaces, as worn anti-roll bar links and lower control arm bushes are common Clio failure points that may not have been recorded as advisories if they had not yet deteriorated to a rejectable level at the time of test. With the vehicle jacked or on a ramp, inspect the front subframe mounting points and brake line unions for any early signs of surface corrosion or weeping, given the age of the car and its exposure to winter road conditions. Finally, check the full service history carefully to confirm that the hybrid system, 12V auxiliary battery, gearbox oil, and engine coolant have all been renewed at manufacturer-specified intervals, because high-mileage E-Tech Clios are particularly dependent on rigorous maintenance to keep the powertrain electronics and clutch actuators operating reliably.