2009 Renault Clio 1.5L Diesel · YC09 WLE

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, having maintained a clean record through its recent inspections. The most recent test on 15 March 2024 at 84,824 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, indicating the car currently meets minimum safety standards. While the history shows two failures immediately prior to passes, the successful re-tests suggest the owner addressed the necessary repairs promptly to secure a valid certificate. The mileage pattern is notably low for a seventeen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,000 miles per year. There is a significant gap of 11,790 miles covered between January 2022 and February 2023, followed by only 1,491 miles before the March 2024 test. This low annual usage suggests the car was used for short trips or sat for long periods, which can lead to age-related degradation such as perished rubber components, seized seals, or brake fluid moisture buildup despite the low odometer reading. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and suspension mounting points, as older Renault Clio models are prone to corrosion that may not always trigger an MOT failure early. Despite the clean recent history, the low mileage necessitates a close look at the suspension bushes and tyres for cracking or bulging from age rather than wear. Inspect the brake discs for pitting and the calipers to ensure the infrequent use has not caused the braking system to bind or seize.