2011 Renault Clio 1.1L Petrol · SO60 CWT

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful pass on 11 March 2026 at 76,946 miles. The maintenance trend shows signs of reactive repair regarding the front suspension geometry. While the car failed a MOT test just one day prior at 76,935 miles due to an excessively worn offside front suspension arm pin or bush, the fact that it was rectified and passed within twenty-four hours suggests the owner is responsive to immediate failures and performs the necessary repairs. The mileage profile is consistently low for a fifteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,130 miles per year. Between February 2023 and March 2026, the car covered 10,664 miles, indicating a pattern of short-distance urban use. While this low mileage generally reduces wear on the engine and drivetrain components, it often leads to the accelerated degradation of rubber-based parts due to age and lack of movement, which aligns with the recurring issues noted in the inspection history. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension assembly to ensure previous faults have been fully resolved. The 2023 test flagged a nearside front suspension arm ball joint with slight play, and the 2026 failure involved the offside arm bush. It is vital to check for any remaining play in the ball joints or perished bushings across the entire front end. Given the vehicle's age and low usage, the inspector should also check for surface corrosion on the subframe and brake lines, as these components are prone to environmental degradation regardless of the miles driven.