2014 Renault Clio 1.1L Petrol · SA14 ACJ

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on its recent testing history. The most recent inspection conducted in April 2025 at 29,412 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, indicating that the car currently meets minimum safety standards. While a failure occurred in April 2024, the subsequent pass suggests that any identified issues were addressed immediately and the vehicle has maintained a clean record since. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,450 miles per year. Between April 2022 and April 2025, the car covered only 10,000 miles, suggesting a history of short-distance use. The failure in 2024 occurred at 22,132 miles, just two miles after the recorded, which likely points to a minor consumable failure. While low mileage reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine, it often exposes the vehicle to degradation of rubber-based components that perish due to time rather than distance. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components affected by low-mileage de-gradation. Inspect the brake calipers for corrosion or seizing and the discs for pitting, as infrequent use often prevents brake surfaces from cleaning themselves. The suspension bushes and tyre boots should be checked for cracking or tearing, as these materials lose elasticity regardless of miles driven. Given the age, verify the age of the tyres against the tread depth, as the rubber may be perished despite having sufficient grip.