2013 Renault Clio 0.9L Petrol · ST63 ECF

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clear trend of improvement following previous mechanical failures. The most recent test in September 2022 at 69,485 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, indicating that the issues identified in earlier years were successfully addressed. Since the last MOT was conducted nearly four years ago, the vehicle is currently overdue for a fresh inspection, which necessitates immediate verification of its current mechanical condition. At thirteen years of age, the recorded mileage of 69,485 miles represents a low annual average of approximately 5,345 miles. This low usage pattern suggests light road exposure, which typically reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine. However, the gap between October 2020 and September 2022 shows the car covered 16,220 miles, confirming a pattern of low-intensity use. While low mileage preserves certain components, it also means that rubber-based parts and suspension bushings may have degraded through age rather than mechanical friction. The primary area for concern during a physical inspection remains the front suspension geometry. The 2019 failure for an excessively worn nearside ball joint and a blowing exhaust, followed by an advisory for slight play in both front ball joints in 2021, indicates that the front end assembly is prone to wear. A buyer should specifically test the ball joints and suspension arm bushes for movement to ensure the play has not returned since the 2022 pass. Given the age of the vehicle, checking the exhaust system for corrosion leaks is also vital, as the previous failure shows this component was already susceptible to degradation.