2002 Renault 1.4L Petrol · YP02 XCY

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, evidenced by three consecutive clean passes. The most recent test on June 4, 2025 at 66,148 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded advisories, indicating that the car currently meets the minimum safety standards. While a failure occurred in early June 2023 at 62,731 miles, the immediate rectification suggests the issue was addressed promptly without recurring mechanical failures. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,756 miles per year. Between June 2022 at 61,860 miles and June 2025 at 66,148 miles, the car covered only 4,288 miles. This low usage frequency suggests the vehicle has spent significant time stationary, which often preserves mechanical components like the drivetrain and engine internals. However, long periods of inactivity on a Renault of this age can also lead to the degradation of rubber-based components and fluid-related issues. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on structural integrity and components affected by age rather than mileage-related wear. Inspect the wheel arches, sills, and suspension mounting points for corrosion, as oxidation often affects older French vehicles regardless of distance driven. Given the low annual mileage, check the condition of the suspension bushes and tyres for perishishing or cracking from dry rot. Additionally, verify the brake calipers for seized pistons or binding, as low-use vehicles are prone to surface rust on the braking surfaces.