2013 Renault Clio 1.5L Diesel · OW13 HSE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive repairs rather than preventative care. While the most recent test in December 2025 at 68,506 miles resulted in a pass, it followed a failure on the same day for an offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint and lighting issues. The presence of multiple failures in the early 2025 test suggests that the previous owner only addressed mechanical faults once they threatened the annual test certificate. At 13 years old, the recorded mileage of 68,506 miles represents an average usage of approximately 5,270 miles per year. The data shows a significant spike in activity between November 2023 at 50,334 miles and January 2025 at 60,257 miles, where the car covered over 10,000 miles in just fourteen months. This low annual mileage often leads to the degradation of rubber components and brake systems, which is consistent with the severe brake failures noted during the January 2025 test. A buyer must scrutinise the braking system and suspension assembly. The January 2025 failure revealed multiple critical issues, including a binding nearside rear brake, corroded central rear brake pipe, and imbalanced braking across the front axle. These faults indicate neglect of the hydraulic system or long periods of inactivity which exacerbate corrosion. Furthermore, the recurring appearance of anti-roll bar linkage wear in late 2025 suggests that the suspension components are beginning to reach their functional limit. A physical inspection should check for further corrosion on the brake lines and ensure the play in the front ball joints has been fully rectified.