2017 Renault Clio 0.9L Petrol · PF17 VNT

The vehicle remains roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a recurring issue with suspension components and rubber degradation. The most recent test in December 2025 at 35,034 miles flagged an advisory for the offside front lower suspension arm ball joint with slight play. This is a recurrence of the same fault noted in December 2022 at 19,697 miles, suggesting that the component has not been replaced despite the previous warning. The mileage profile is notably low for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,900 miles per annum. There is a consistent pattern of low use, with the car covering roughly 4,000 to 5,000 miles between each annual MOT test from 2021 to 2025. While this low mileage typically results in less wear on the engine and drivetrain, the interval of low-mileage operation often leads to environmental aging of rubber parts, as evidenced by the 2024 advisory regarding a perished nearside rear tyre and a severely deteriorated CV boot. A buyer should specifically inspect the offside front suspension to ensure the ball joint play has not progressed to a dangerous failure. The history of deteriorating CV boots and perished tyres indicates that the vehicle's rubber components are prone to age-related cracking without use. It is essential to check the front registration plate for further deterioration as noted in the 2025 test and verify that the CV boot was actually replaced to prevent grease leakage and subsequent drive shaft failure.