2007 Renault Clio 1.1L Petrol · SF07 FXH

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, evidenced by its successful MOT pass on 18 November 2024 at 78,168 miles. Although the car failed a test just four days prior on the same mileage, the immediate pass without recorded defects suggests a minor issue that was rectified quickly. The overall history since July 2022 remains remarkably clean, with no recurring mechanical failures or structural defects flagged across three years of testing. The mileage pattern is notably low for a 19-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,114 miles per year. Data shows a significant gap in use between July 2022 (65,824 miles) and October 2023 (70,959 miles), followed by more consistent usage recently. This low annual mileage typically reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine components, though long periods of standing can lead to age-related degradation of seals, fluids, and rubber components that mileage alone cannot capture. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the rubber-based components that perish over time regardless of distance traveled. Specifically check the suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake hoses for cracking or dry rot, as the vehicle's age makes these prone to failure. Given the low usage, verifying the structural integrity of the chassis, sills, and wheel arches is essential to ensure the vehicle has not suffered from corrosion during its periods of inactivity.