2009 Renault Clio 1.1L Petrol · YC59 VGF

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, having passed its most recent MOT test in March 2026 at 75,062 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, as the car has consistently passed tests over the last three years. While there was a failure in early 2025, the subsequent pass with no recorded defects indicates that the owner is responsive to addressing safety-critical faults once identified by the tester. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 75,062 miles is significantly low, averaging approximately 4,415 miles per year. This low usage profile suggests less mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine compared to average examples. The data shows consistent use between 2023 and 2026, with the vehicle covering roughly 21,000 miles in that three-year period. However, low-mileage vehicles of this age often suffer from degradation of rubber components and seizing of mechanical parts if they sit stationary for long periods between journeys. A physical inspection should focus on the front suspension, as the March 2025 failure highlighted excessive play in both the nearside and offside track rod ends. Although these were rectified to achieve the following pass, the buyer should check for further wear in the suspension bushes and ball joints to ensure the steering remains precise. The lighting system, specifically the stop lamps and registration plate illumination which previously failed, should be verified to ensure bulbs and wiring remain functional. Given the age of the Renault, a close look at structural integrity and corrosion on the sills and wheel arches is also essential, as these areas are not captured in the MOT history until they become a failure point.