2007 Renault Clio 1.5L Diesel · ST07 VGP

The roadworthiness of this vehicle is currently marginal, showing a trend of reactive maintenance rather than preventative upkeep. While the car passed its most recent test in October 2024 at 113,581 miles, the history reveals persistent issues with braking systems and steering. The presence of offside front brake pipe corrosion in both 2023 and 2024, following a major failure involving suspension and several imbalances, suggests that while immediate faults are addressed, the underlying degradation of components is not being fully arrested. The recorded mileage of 113,581 miles is low for a 19-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,000 miles per year. However, the data shows significant gaps between testing intervals, such as the 6,200-mile gap between October 2022 and November 2023. This low annual usage often correlates with the accelerated deterioration of rubber components and corrosion, which is evidenced by the severely deteriorated door hinges and suspension arm dust covers noted in 2022, alongside the corroded artwork springs and pipes across multiple years. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the steering and suspension assemblies, as the steering rack was flagged for free play in 2024 and track rod ends previously showed excessive play in 2023. The braking system requires close scrutiny due to a history of fluctuating discs, imbalanced rear brakes, and an ABS warning light. Furthermore, attention should be paid to the structural integrity of the door hinges and the condition of the artwork springs, as these areas show consistent age-related wear that persists despite the relatively low mileage.