2019 Renault Clio 0.9L Petrol · SW19 NWE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a recurring issue with the braking system components. In the most recent test in July 2025 at 32,429 miles, the car passed despite a corroded offside front brake pipe covered in grease. This specific defect was previously identified during the July 2023 test at 17,802 miles, indicating that while the owner addresses the fault, the underlying cause of corrosion or contamination persists in the vehicle. The mileage profile is notably low for a seven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,633 miles per year. There is a significant gap between the June 2022 test at 11,568 miles and the July 2024 test at 24,576 miles, where the car covered over thirteen thousand miles. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, it often leads to accelerated corrosion on exposed metal components, as evidenced by the pitted front brake discs noted in 2023. A buyer must perform a thorough physical inspection of the offside front brake assembly to ensure the corroded pipe was properly replaced rather than merely cleaned or treated. The presence of grease on the pipe suggests a potential leak from nearby components or external contamination that could degrade the rubber hoses over time. Additionally, although the 2024 failure regarding the nearside windscreen wiper was rectified, the wiper blades and motor mechanism should be checked for cracking or seizing, which are common in vehicles that sit for long periods.