2016 Renault Clio 1.5L Diesel · SD16 NXK

The Renault Clio presents as roadworthy following its most recent MOT pass on 22 October 2025 at 16,540 miles, with no defects recorded. The maintenance trend is stable and shows no worsening mechanical faults across the available history. The vehicle cleared its test cleanly after a failed attempt five days earlier on 17 October 2025 at the same mileage, though the failure listed no defects, indicating an administrative or presentation issue rather than a mechanical defect. The recorded mileage reflects exceptionally light use for a 2016 vehicle. It covered 11,653 miles by 4 November 2022, then 15,096 miles by 20 November 2024, and 16,540 miles by October 2025. That equates to roughly 1,654 miles per year. A nine-month gap separates the 2022 and 2024 tests, with no record in between. Low annual mileage and long stationary periods raise the risk of perished rubber components, seized brake calipers, and corrosion on underbody structures despite the clean advisories. The repeated fail-pass pairs in October 2025 and November 2024 at identical mileages, with no defects logged, suggest the previous owner addressed minor presentation matters rather than neglected core maintenance. Still, a buyer should physically inspect the brake discs for binding or surface rust from disuse, check suspension bushes and coil springs for cracking, and examine exhaust emissions and structural integrity for hidden corrosion. The absence of advisories does not rule out age-related degradation invisible to the test bay. Given the car stood for long stretches, confirm the tyres retain legal tread and show no sidewall crazing, and verify wiper blades and fluid condition. The history implies careful but infrequent use; a pre-purchase inspection remains prudent to catch consumable wear the MOT did not flag.