2009 Renault Clio 1.1L Petrol · SA59 ABF

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent history of passes. The most recent MOT test on 13 December 2024 at 98,647 miles resulted in a pass with no defects, following a failure just eight days prior at 98,635 miles. This specific sequence suggests a minor adjustment-related failure that was immediately rectified before the retest, as the overall trend shows no pattern of recurring mechanical failures or escalating structural advisories over the last five years. The mileage pattern is notably low for a seventeen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,800 miles per year. The data shows a significant plateau in usage between December 2021 at 95,050 miles and December 2024, where only 3,597 miles were recorded, indicating the car likely sat stationary or was used very sparingly during that three-year period. While low mileage typically reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, it increases risks associated with long periods of standing, which can cause rubber components to perish and fluids to degrade despite low usage. Despite the clean MOT record, a buyer must conduct a physical inspection of components prone to age rather than just mileage. Given the vehicle's age and intermittent use, check the suspension system for split bushes and perished rubber boots, which often fail over time regardless of distance. The braking system should also be examined for seized calipers or rusted discs that frequently occur when a car remains stationary. Finally, verifying the structural integrity of the chassis and sills is essential to ensure that the low mileage has not masked hidden surface corrosion that the MOT tester may not have flagged.