2009 Renault Clio 1.1L Petrol · YD59 MFN

Most recent MOT (08 Oct 2025 – PASS) The car passed the test at 95,203 mi, but the report flags a number of wear‑related items: front brake discs and pads are still worn, the off‑side front anti‑roll‑bar ball joint shows slight play, there is a light oil leak, the front shock absorber is misted with oil, both front and rear brake pipes are corroded, and several tyres are at or near the legal tread limit. Recurring pattern Across the last four years the same groups keep re‑appearing: Braking system – Front discs and pads have been listed as worn in 2024, 2025 and again in 2023. The brake pipes (both front and rear) were noted as corroded in 2023 and 2025. Tyres – Front and rear tyres have repeatedly been reported as worn close to the legal limit or showing edge‑wear. Suspension/steering – In 2024 a near‑side rear coil spring fractured (causing a failure) and the off‑side front drive‑shaft CV boot was split. In 2025 the anti‑roll‑bar ball‑joint shows slight play and the front shock still has oil misting. These items are all wear‑related components that tend to deteriorate together as a vehicle ages. The fact that new faults (coil‑spring fracture, CV‑boot split) appeared after the 2024 failure indicates the overall condition is worsening rather than stabilising . Mileage versus age At 95,203 mi the car averages about 5,600 mi per year – well below the typical UK average for a 17‑year‑old vehicle. Low mileage can mean the car has been lightly used, which is a positive sign for engine and drivetrain wear.