2014 Renault Clio 1.1L Petrol · SC64 VWG

The vehicle currently holds a clean roadworthiness status having passed its latest test in February 2026 at 127,070 miles without any defects. This represents an improving trend following a significant failure in late 2023. While the car previously suffered from multiple mechanical and lighting failures, the lack of advisories in the most recent two tests suggests the current owner has addressed immediate safety concerns and is maintaining a baseline standard. The mileage pattern remains consistent with typical usage for a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,600 miles per year. There was a notable gap of 24,470 miles covered between November 2022 and November 2023, followed by a period of higher intensity where 11,439 miles were driven between October 2024 and February 2026. This indicates the car is used regularly rather than sitting stationary for long periods, which generally helps prevent the degradation of rubber components and internal seizing of the braking system. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the braking system and suspension components due to recurring issues. The November 2023 failure highlighted significantly worn brake discs and thin pads, alongside an incorrectly adjusted parking brake. Although these were seemingly rectified, the buyer should verify the handbrake tension and check the current front brake discs for scoring or pitting. Additionally, since the offside front anti-roll bar linkage showed play in 2023, a thorough test of the front suspension is necessary to ensure further wear has not developed. The history of corrosion on the offside rear brake pipe noted in 2023 also warrants a visual check. While the vehicle passed subsequent tests, corrosion on hydraulic lines can progress rapidly if not treated or replaced. The previous report of a distorted road wheel and a perished tyre also suggests that minor maintenance tasks have been neglected previously, so the buyer should inspect the sidewalls for cracking and check the rims for any impact damage.