2015 Renault Clio 0.9L Petrol · SX15 BEO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding mechanical wear and deferred attention. While the most recent test in August 2025 at 56,588 miles passed, the tester identified new advisories for worn front inner suspension arm bushes and a nearside front anti-roll bar linkage. These suspension issues, combined with a parking brake that only marginally met the efficiency threshold, indicate that the vehicle is beginning to suffer from age-related degradation despite its low mileage. At 11 years old, the recorded 56,588 miles represent a low annual average of approximately 5,144 miles. This low-use profile often leads to secondary issues with rubber components and surface corrosion rather than mechanical wear from distance. The data shows a significant gap in records between September 2022 (35,008 miles) and August 2023 (42,256 miles), and the failure in 2023 due to a leaking hydraulic brake pipe suggests the vehicle may have sat stationary for extended periods or suffered neglected maintenance during those intervals. A buyer must prioritise inspecting the front braking system, as the record shows pitted and scored discs have been flagged in every consecutive test since 2023. The 2023 failure for a leaking brake pipe is a critical point that requires a thorough visual check for any residual corrosion or weeping. Furthermore, a physical inspection of the front suspension bushes and anti-roll bar links is essential, as the 2025 advisories suggest these components will soon require replacement to prevent handling instability or uneven tyre wear.