2006 Renault Clio 1.4L Petrol · NJ06 KUB

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the most recent recorded data. The final MOT on 3 November 2021 at 122,830 miles passed with no defects or advisories noted, indicating the car was in a sound mechanical state at that time. However, because nearly five years have elapsed since this official inspection, the current roadworthiness status is technically expired and the mechanical condition likely deteriorated due to age-related degradation of rubber components and fluid breakdown. The mileage pattern is consistent with a twenty-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,100 miles per year. The record shows a gap of 7,900 miles between May 2019 and October 2020, followed by roughly 3,200 miles between October 2020 and November 2021. This low annual usage suggests light travel, which typically reduces the wear on the drivetrain and engine, but increases the risk of dry-rotted tyres, seized calipers, and corrosion on the underbody if the vehicle has sat stationary for long periods between these short intervals of operation. A buyer must prioritize a physical inspection of the structural integrity and suspension components, as the vehicle's age makes it susceptible to rust in the sills and wing mounting points. The history shows failures in 2019 and 2020 that were rectified, suggesting the vehicle previously required immediate attention to safety-critical items. Given the long lapse since the last test, a thorough check of perished suspension bushes, leaking shock absorbers, and the condition of the brake fluid is essential, which absorbs moisture over time.