2016 Renault Clio 1.5L Diesel · SY66 WNJ

The vehicle presents a history of reactive maintenance where faults are addressed only upon failure. While it passed its most recent test in July 2025 at 115,891 miles, this followed a significant failure just one day prior. The mechanical trend appears unstable, as multiple critical components were left to deteriorate over years until they reached a point of failure. The July 2025 pass still noted advisories regarding the steering rack and drive shafts, suggesting that underlying mechanical wear was not fully rectified despite the previous inspections. At 115,891 miles over ten years, the Clio has averaged approximately 11,600 miles per year. This aligns closely with typical national averages for a car of this age. The record shows consistent mileage accumulation, with roughly 8,000 miles covered between August 2023 and August 2024, and another 8,700 miles between August 2024 and July 2025. This steady usage suggests the vehicle is driven regularly, which likely explains the progressive wear observed on rubber components and braking hardware. A buyer must carefully inspect the front suspension and steering assembly. The record shows a recurring issue with the anti-roll bar linkage ball joints dating back to 2023, alongside a more serious play in the steering rack inner joints identified in 2025. Furthermore, the nearside front outer drive shaft boot was flagged as severely deteriorated in 2025; if this was not replaced, grease loss will quickly destroy the CV joint, leading to an expensive drivetrain failure. The braking system requires close attention due to persistent corrosion. The tester flagged excessive corrosion on all four brake pipes in August 2024, and front brake discs were noted as pitted and scored shortly after. The history of failing on tyres with exposed cords in both 2024 and 2025 indicates a pattern of neglecting basic consumable upkeep. A physical inspection should verify the integrity of the brake lines and ensure that current corrosion has not progressed into structural thinning of the metal.