2011 Renault Clio 1.1L Petrol · SO11 XWR

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than proactive ownership. While it passed its most recent test in April 2025 at 90,695 miles, it failed just one day prior with seven significant defects. The trend suggests that the owner only addresses mechanical faults when they cause an MOT failure rather than performing preventative maintenance. The lingering advisory for a noisy nearside front wheel bearing in the latest test indicates that wear is beginning and will require future attention. At 90,695 miles over 15 years, the Clio averages approximately 6,000 miles per year, which is consistent with low-to-moderate urban usage. The mileage accumulation between tests is steady, with roughly 4,000 miles covered between April 2024 and April 2025, and another 4,200 miles between 2023 and 2024. However, the low mileage has not prevented age-related degradation, as evidenced by repeated failures of rubber and metal components. Buyers must conduct a thorough inspection of the suspension and braking systems due to recurring structural issues. The record shows fractured coil springs in both 2024 and 2025, alongside damaged shock absorbers in 2024. More critically, the excessive corrosion on brake pipes noted in 2024, followed by a major exhaust leak in 2025, suggests the underbody is subject to significant rust. The parking brake has also failed efficiency tests in two consecutive years, implying the mechanism may be worn or suffering from adjustment issues that need close monitoring to prevent a returning failure.