2013 Renault Clio 1.1L Petrol · SA63 DXU

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a reactive rather than proactive approach. While the car passed its most recent test in September 2025 at 69,786 miles, this followed a failure just one day prior. That failure revealed a fractured offside front coil spring and a major exhaust leak, alongside persistent brake-related issues. The fact that the rear brakes only just met the requirements for even application suggests the braking system is on the margin of operational failure and requires close monitoring. At 69,786 miles, this 13-year-old Renault has low annual mileage, averaging approximately 5,368 miles per year. The data shows a significant gap in usage between August 2024 at 62,809 miles and September 2025 at 69,786 miles, covering roughly 7,000 miles in over a year. Low mileage often leads to the degradation of rubber components rather than mechanical wear, which is evidenced by the perished and cracked tyres noted in the October 2023 test. A buyer must physically inspect the braking system and suspension thoroughly. Corroded brake pipes have appeared as a recurring defect since 2023, with the tester flagging grease covering the pipes in 2025, which can mask further structural decay. The previous history of fractured coil springs and binding service brakes indicates the suspension components may be suffering from age-related fatigue. Verify the exhaust system to ensure the major leak identified in 2025 was properly rectified, and check the brake discs for the pitting and scoring that were noted in previous records.