2015 Renault Clio 0.9L Petrol · YK15 ONR

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend indicates a reactive approach to repairs rather than proactive prevention. While the most recent test in June 2025 at 71,570 miles passed, the tester flagged a corroded offside front brake pipe and a nearside rear tyre reaching the legal limit. This follows a recurring issue from the August 2024 test where the same corroded brake pipe was noted, suggesting the fault was either not fully addressed or has deteriorated rapidly since the previous inspection. At 71,570 miles, the Clio has averaged approximately 6,500 miles per year, which aligns with typical light usage for an eleven-year-old car. The mileage progression shows consistent use, with roughly 4,000 miles driven between the 2024 and 2025 tests, and nearly 3,800 miles between the 2023 and 2024 tests. This steady interval suggests the vehicle is not sitting stationary for long periods, which helps prevent the degradation of rubber components and seals despite the relatively low mileage. A buyer must inspect the front suspension geometry closely, as the failure in May 2023 at 63,679 miles revealed both front lower ball joints were excessively worn. While these were likely replaced, the recurring mention of thin front pads and worn tyre edges suggests potential alignment issues or uneven brake wear. The corroded offside front brake pipe remains a specific area of concern; the presence of grease or material covering the pipe often indicates an attempt to hide corrosion, requiring a thorough physical check to ensure the structural integrity of the hydraulic line is not compromised.