2013 Renault Clio 0.9L Petrol · PE63 EHD

The 2013 Renault Clio presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 16 May 2025 at 68,352 miles with zero defects recorded. That result marks three consecutive flawless tests following a minor failure in April 2022, indicating the previous owner addressed outstanding items promptly and has maintained the car consistently since. The trajectory from a failed test with worn front brake discs and a faulty rear stop lamp to three successive clean passes suggests attentive upkeep rather than neglect. The mileage profile tells a clear story of light use. At roughly 5,258 miles per year over thirteen years, this Clio sits well below the UK annual average of around 7,000 to 8,000 miles. The progression from 47,922 miles in April 2022 to 68,352 miles in May 2025 shows steady accumulation of approximately 6,800 miles per year across that three-year window, which is moderate and consistent rather than erratic. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden jumps in the odometer record, and the annual test cycle has been maintained without interruption. The only recorded defect across the entire history was the April 2022 failure for worn and pitted front brake discs on both sides, accompanied by a non-functioning offside rear stop lamp. Both items were rectified before the same-day retest passed cleanly. Brake discs wearing and pitting at under 48,000 miles on a low-mileage urban runabout is not unusual, particularly if the car spent time stationary between short trips, allowing surface corrosion to develop on the friction surfaces. The fact that no further brake-related advisories or failures have appeared in the subsequent three tests suggests the replacement discs and pads have held up well. A buyer inspecting this Clio in person should focus on the front brake condition despite the clean recent record, checking disc thickness, lip wear, and pad depth to confirm the 2022 replacements have not deteriorated prematurely. The low annual mileage and urban profile also warrant a close look at the underside for surface corrosion on subframes, suspension mounting points, and brake lines, as infrequent longer journeys can accelerate moisture-related corrosion on components that never fully dry. Tyre condition deserves attention too, since low-mileage cars often reach age-related replacement thresholds before tread wear indicators trigger action, and perished sidewalls on a thirteen-year-old set would be a legitimate concern regardless of remaining tread depth.