2016 Renault Clio 0.9L Petrol · SC66 ACF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive repairs rather than proactive care. The most recent MOT test in August 2025 at 99,052 miles showed a pass only after a failure due to a corroded offside front brake pipe and a faulty windscreen wiper. While the immediate faults were addressed, the presence of corrosion on a brake line suggests that underbody components have not been closely monitored for until they reached a point of inspection failure. The mileage pattern is consistent with a typical-useage vehicle, averaging approximately 10,000 miles per annum. There is a significant jump in usage between 2021 and 2022, where the car covered over 11,000 miles in a single year. However, usage accelerated sharply after 2023, with the vehicle covering nearly 44,000 miles in two years. This increase in mileage correlates with more frequent failures of suspension and braking components, which is evident in the recurring issues noted in later test records. A buyer must closely inspect the front suspension and tyre alignment. The August 2024 test at 84,341 miles flagged an excessively worn offside front ball joint and noted both front tyres scrubbing on the inner edges. This indicates a persistent geometry issue or worn suspension bushes that likely led to premature tyre replacement. Additionally, the history shows a pattern of pitted and scored brake discs in 2020 and 2022, suggesting the braking system may be prone to moisture damage or neglect during periods of lower use.