2014 Renault Clio 1.5L Diesel · PN14 KXV

The vehicle currently holds a positive roadworthiness status following a clean pass in its most recent test in July 2025 at 131,879 miles. The maintenance trend shows marked improvement after a period of significant neglect in mid-2024. While the June 2024 failure revealed multiple critical defects, the subsequent re-test and following annual pass indicate that the current owner addressed the necessary repairs to bring the car back to a passing standard. At a recorded mileage of 131,879 miles, this twelve-year-old Clio has averaged approximately 11,000 miles per year. This aligns closely with typical usage patterns for a commuter hatchback. The data shows a consistent mileage profile, with roughly 7,000 miles driven between the July 2023 and June 2024 tests, and another 7,700 miles in the final year. This regular operation suggests the vehicle is used consistently rather than sitting stationary for long periods, which generally helps prevent the degradation of rubber components and mechanical seals. A buyer must pay close attention to the braking system and suspension due to recurring issues of corrosion. The 2023 test identified a corroded offside rear brake pipe, which escalated into a failure by June 2024 when the pipe was deemed excessively corroded. Despite being reportedly repaired, the presence of rust across the axle during that same period suggests the vehicle may be prone to salt-related corrosion. The 2024 failure also highlighted a worn offside front anti-roll bar linkage and a nearside suspension arm bush. A physical inspection should verify that these components are now free of play and that the previous brake pipe repairs were thorough. The 2024 failure also noted two front Tyres with exposed ply and cords, indicating a previous failure to maintain basic safety equipment. While the 2025 test showed no tyre defects, the buyer should check the remaining tread depth and age of the rubber to ensure they are not perished. Given the high mileage and the history of structural-related faults, a thorough check of the chassis integrity and the remaining brake lines is essential to ensure no further hidden corrosion is developing beyond what the tester observed.