2010 Renault Clio 1.5L Diesel · SL60 KXF

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of deferred repairs regarding wear components. While the most recent test in September 2025 at 122,814 miles passed, it flagged multiple corroded Macpherson strut spring bases and a severely deteriorated front CV boot. The presence of play in the offside front anti-roll bar linkage and steering rack inner joints indicates that the suspension is beginning to degrade significantly. This suggests that the owner only addresses faults when they reach a point of failure rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a sixteen-year-old small hatchback, averaging approximately 7,700 miles per year. Between September 2022 and September 2025, the car covered 7,781 miles, showing steady, low-intensity usage. The failure in September 2024 at 121,777 miles due to high exhaust emissions, followed by a pass just one day later at 121,784 miles, suggests a quick fix, perhaps an air filter change or sensor adjustment, was performed to clear the failure. A buyer must physically inspect the structural integrity of the rear axle and the front radiator mounts, as corrosion has been noted in these areas across 2022, 2023, and 2025. The recurring issue with pitted front brake discs and deteriorated CV boots indicates the vehicle likely sits in damp environments or has been neglected in terms of mechanical attention. Given the reported play in the steering rack and the anti-roll bar linkage, a test drive is essential to check for knocks or steering wander that would require immediate investment in the front steering and suspension assembly.