2009 Renault Clio 1.1L Petrol · YY59 ORV

The Renault Clio presents as roadworthy following a pass on 9 December 2025 at 53,615 miles with no defects recorded. The maintenance trend is stable and clean across the recent record, with no advisories or mechanical faults flagged at any stage. A prior failure on 8 December 2025 at 53,610 miles shows no recorded defect, indicating an administrative or presentation issue rather than a mechanical concern, and the vehicle passed one day later. The mileage pattern reflects exceptionally light use for a 2009 vehicle. The record shows 47,069 miles at the 30 November 2023 test, rising to 49,163 miles by 6 December 2024 and 53,615 miles by 9 December 2025. That equates to roughly 2,000 to 4,400 miles per year, well below typical averages. Such low annual accumulation over seventeen years suggests prolonged standing periods are likely, which can allow corrosion, seized brakes, and degraded rubber components even where the MOT shows a clear sheet. The absence of any advisories across all five entries means the tester logged no worn suspension bushes, corroded structure, binding calipers, or exhaust issues at the time of testing. A buyer should still inspect for hidden rust on sills and subframes and check brake discs for pitting after standstill. Verify the tyres, wiper blades, and fluid condition, as these consumables degrade with age irrespective of mileage. Given the clean history and low use, the Clio appears genuinely well preserved on paper. Confirm the 8 December 2025 failure cause in person, as DVSA data shows no defect entered. A pre-purchase inspection remains sensible to catch age-related perishing not visible to the MOT tester.