2018 Renault Clio 0.9L Petrol · SD18 LUP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. While the most recent test in December 2025 at 86,495 miles resulted in a pass, it followed a failure that same day for headlamp aim and parking brake lever adjustment. This suggests that the owner only addresses faults once they threaten an MOT pass. The overall condition fluctuated, with recurring issues regarding suspension and exhaust components appearing over the last three years. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 11,000 miles per year. There is a notable jump in usage between September 2022 (47,394 miles) and October 2023 (62,603 miles), where the car covered over 15,000 miles in thirteen months. Since then, usage has remained steady, adding nearly 24,000 miles over the last two years. This consistent use correlates with the frequency of wear items noted on the brakes and suspension systems. A buyer should specifically inspect the suspension and braking systems due to recurring mechanical flags. The tester identified front shock absorbers with reduced damping in 2023 and a worn nearside front suspension arm bush in 2024. Furthermore, the brake discs have a history of pitting and scoring from 2021 and 2024, with fluctuating service brakes noted in the later test. The noisy, modified exhaust mentioned in both 2023 and 2024 indicates a potential structural or mounting issue that should be checked for leaks or excessive corrosion.