2014 Renault Clio 1.5L Diesel · WV64 AEE

The vehicle shows a worsening maintenance trend characterized by recurring mechanical failures and a pattern of reactive rather than preventative upkeep. While the most recent test on 6 January 2026 at 131,016 miles resulted in a pass, the vehicle failed earlier that same day due to an inoperative offside rear parking brake and poor parking brake efficiency. The presence of several advisories regarding deteriorated CV boot dust covers and worn tyres suggests that components are being left to reach the point of failure before attention is given. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 10,900 miles per year. The records show steady usage from 43,868 miles in August 2017 to the current 131,016 miles. There are no significant gaps in the testing history, though the frequency of failures has increased in recent years. For example, the vehicle failed in January 2025 at 122,117 miles due to a fractured nearside front coil spring and deteriorated CV boots, indicating that the mechanical components are experiencing significant wear consistent with high-mileage use. A prospective buyer should conduct a thorough inspection of the suspension and drivetrain components. The MOT history reveals a persistent issue with nearside front drive shaft CV boots, which have been flagged as severely deteriorated in both January 2025 and January 2026. The recurring advisories for pitted and scored brake discs, alongside instances of binding brakes, necessitate a close examination of the braking system, specifically the calipers and rear parking brake mechanism. Further attention must be paid to the front suspension, following the previous failure of a coil spring in early 2025 and recent issues with anti-roll bar ball joints. The frequent mention of windscreen damage and tyre wear suggests a general disregard for minor consumables. Any purchase should be preceded by a professional check of the CV joints, suspension bushes, and the integrity of the braking system to ensure these recurring faults have been fully rectified rather than merely managed.