2006 Renault Clio 1.4L Petrol · SL56 ACV

The roadworthiness of this vehicle is currently indeterminate due to a lack of recent testing data. The last recorded entry is from 26 April 2022 at 139,626 miles, which resulted in a failure without specific defects listed. Because no MOT has been performed in the subsequent four years, there is no evidence to confirm the current state of the mechanical or structural components. The maintenance trend cannot be assessed as the record has effectively lapsed for a significant period. The vehicle has covered 139,626 miles over its twenty-year lifespan, averaging approximately 7,000 miles per year. This low annual mileage is consistent with light-use patterns for an older hatchback, yet the four-year gap since the final 2022 test is a major red flag. Long periods of inactivity often lead to the degradation of rubber components, seized brake calipers, and the internal corrosion of fluids like brake and fuel lines, regardless of the low odometer reading. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the structural integrity, specifically checking the sills and wing arches for advanced corrosion which is common on this generation of Clio. Given the age of the car, the suspension should be inspected for perished bushes and worn coil springs. Because the last test failed in 2022, a professional check of the braking system and tyre condition is essential to ensure the vehicle has not become unsafe while sitting stationary.