2013 Renault Clio 1.5L Diesel · NL13 GYY

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthiness rating of 11,670, indicating it is in good condition for the 2026 test date, though the history reveals a complex pattern of maintenance and wear that requires immediate inspection. The most recent record from May 2026 shows a passing test at 113,791 miles, which is consistent with the vehicle's age of roughly 13 years and typical usage patterns. However, the failure in March 2026 at 113,784 miles indicates a significant gap of approximately 91 miles between the most recent test and the first failure, suggesting the vehicle may have experienced a period of reduced mileage or neglect. This gap is not isolated to the first failure; the subsequent tests from March 2025 and March 2024 show consistent failure rates across multiple systems, with the most recent test in February 2024 at 95,039 miles failing again. This pattern suggests a stable or slightly worsening trend in mechanical health, where the vehicle has not been adequately maintained since the early 2020s, leading to a cumulative accumulation of wear. The mileage accumulation is not uniform; while the vehicle has maintained roughly 8,753 miles per year over its life, there are notable gaps in the data points. The most significant discrepancy is the 91-mile gap between the May 2026 test and the March 2026 failure, which could indicate a temporary slowdown in driving or a lack of regular servicing. In contrast, the subsequent tests from March 2025 and February 2024 show a consistent pattern of failure, with the most recent test at 95,039 miles failing again. This repetition of failures across different dates and mileage points suggests that the vehicle has not been serviced correctly or that the wear on critical components has reached a threshold that requires immediate attention. The data points are sparse, with gaps between the most recent test and the first failure in March 2026, and the consistent failure rates in subsequent months indicate a lack of proactive maintenance. A buyer must inspect the vehicle for structural integrity and mechanical risks, particularly focusing on suspension, brakes, and drivetrain components. The MOT history highlights a severe corrosion problem in the rear axle, including corroded rear shocks, rear suspension arm bushings, and the sill, which significantly reduces structural strength. The front suspension arm pins and bushings are excessively worn, and the front wheel bearings are rough when rotated, both of which indicate significant wear that could lead to premature failure. The rear outer suspension mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, reducing structural integrity. In addition to these mechanical issues, the vehicle has suffered extensive corrosion across the chassis, including the front and rear frame rails, road wheel, and exhaust system. The brake system is also compromised, with the brake disc worn and pitted, the brake pedal insufficiently worn, and the brake pedal sinking to the floor. Furthermore, the exhaust and road wheel are distorted and corroded, and the brake disc has been worn to the point of pitting or scoring. The brake hydraulic reservoir fluid is not visible in the March 2026 test, and the rear brake pipe has been leaking. The front brake hose is slightly damaged and corroded, while the rear brake hose is slightly chafed and corroded. The rear brake hose has slight corrosion to the ferrule, and the front brake hose has slight corrosion to the ferrule.