2009 Renault Clio 1.1L Petrol · SL59 KTN

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a recurring pattern of deteriorating rubber components and surface corrosion. The most recent test in October 2024 at 18,621 miles passed despite a failure for a deteriorated offside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover. This follows a similar failure in 2022 where a linkage dust cover and a corroded nearside front coil spring were identified. While the car consistently passes, the persistence of suspensionrelated wear suggests a reactive approach to repairs rather than preventative replacement of parts. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 17-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,100 miles per year. Between October 2021 and October 2022, the car covered only 261 miles, indicating very infrequent use or long periods of storage. This low usage often leads to different issues than high-mileage wear, such as brake fluid absorption or the degradation of rubber seals and suspension components. The record shows no significant spikes in mileage accumulation over the last three years, confirming that the vehicle has remained in relatively light use despite the low total distance. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the chassis and suspension integrity, as the record explicitly noted body damage and component corrosion in October 2023. Specific attention should be paid to the sills and structural floor pans to ensure that surface rust has not progressed into structural decay. The anti-roll bar linkages and shock absorbers should be checked for play or perished boots, as these have appeared in multiple tests. Given the previous windscreen washer washer failure in 2023, the pump and lines should also be tested to ensure they are not seized or blocked from the vehicle sitting idle for extended periods.