2010 Renault Clio I-Music 16V 1.1L Petrol · SM10 WLL

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with an improving maintenance trend over the last three years. The most recent inspection conducted in September 2025 at 84,649 miles resulted with no recorded defects, indicating that the car currently meets the minimum safety standards. This follows a period of clean passes in 2024 and 2022, suggesting that the owner has maintained the vehicle to a standard that avoids recurring mechanical failures or structural degradation. The mileage pattern is notably low for a sixteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,300 miles per year. The data shows consistent usage, with a gap of roughly 8,600 miles recorded between the August 2023 and August 2024 tests, and another 9,957 miles covered before the September 2025 test. This low annual mileage typically reduces wear and tear on the drivetrain and engine components, though the long intervals between tests can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber-based components or fluid breakdown if not monitored. A buyer should pay attention to the single failure in July 2023 at 65,722 miles, although the specific defect was not listed in the provided summary. Because the vehicle has seen relatively low mileage, a physical inspection must focus on age-related perishables rather than high mechanical wear. Check the suspension bushes and coil springs for cracking or corrosion, and inspect the brake discs and calipers for surface rust or seized pistons, as low-use vehicles often suffer from oxidation due to inactivity. Verifying the structural integrity of the sills and wheel arches is also essential to ensure the age of the car has not resulted in hidden rust despite the clean MOT history.