2009 Renault Clio 1.1L Petrol · SA59 AAN

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a shift from reactive repairs to emerging preventative requirements. The most recent test in December 2025 at 66,598 miles passed with advisories for light misting on both front shock absorbers. While this is not an immediate failure, it indicates the beginning of seal degradation in the dampers. This follows a stable period in late 2024 where the vehicle passed without defects after correcting previous lighting and braking failures. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 66,598 miles represents a low average of approximately 3,900 miles per year. This low usage suggests the car has not been subjected to high stress, which often leads to the degradation of rubber components despite the low mechanical wear. The data shows consistent intervals, with roughly 4,000 miles driven between the December 2024 and December 2025 tests. This slow mileage accumulation means that the structural integrity of the vehicle depends more heavily on age-related corrosion than on mileage. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the front suspension geometry, as the November 2023 failure revealed multiple simultaneous issues including a fractured coil spring, a worn ball joint, and a failing track rod end. Although these appear to have been addressed, the presence of misting shock absorbers in the latest report suggests the front suspension assembly is nearing its service life. The braking system also shows a history of inconsistency, with recorded thin pads and pitted discs in 2023 followed by axle imbalance in 2024. The buyer should verify that the rear brakes are not binding and check that the front dampers have not progressed from light misting to active fluid leaks. Given the age of the Renault and the low mileage, a thorough check for structural corrosion on the sills and exhaust is essential, as these areas often affect vehicles that sit stationary for long periods between infrequent use.