2018 JEEP RENEGADE1.6L Diesel

The 2018 Jeep Renegade’s most recent MOT tests, conducted on 20 August 2025, reveal a critical inconsistency: the vehicle failed twice in the same cycle despite identical mileage (94,667 miles) and no recorded defects. This suggests either a procedural error in the testing process or, more concerning, a failure to address underlying issues that only became apparent during the second inspection. The absence of any advisories or defects in prior passes (2024 and 2023) implies that whatever triggered the 2025 failures—potentially binding brakes, suspension misalignment, or failing emissions—was either intermittent or only detectable under specific test conditions. Without clarification from the tester, this pattern warrants immediate scrutiny, particularly if the vehicle has since been driven without resolution. The recorded mileage progression of 11,833 miles per year aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age, though the abrupt doubling of mileage between the 2023 (78,104 miles) and 2024 (87,947 miles) tests suggests a period of heavier use. This could accelerate wear on high-stress components like coil springs, sway bars, or brake calipers. The lack of advisories in any test indicates no prior warnings about corrosion, fluid leaks, or structural concerns, but the sudden 2025 failures—coinciding with this increased mileage—raise suspicion that critical components may now be approaching failure thresholds. The test dates also reveal a consistent annual MOT cycle, which is commendable but does not account for the 2025 anomalies. Given the 2025 failures, a buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of the braking system, including rear caliper binding, disc thickness, and hydraulic lines for leaks. The suspension should be checked for worn or cracked bushes, sagging coil springs, or misaligned control arms, as these often manifest intermittently. Exhaust emissions systems—particularly the catalytic converter or oxygen sensors—were likely the cause of the 2025 failures; verify no tampering has occurred and that the vehicle meets current Euro 5 standards. Structural integrity is less concerning here due to the absence of advisories, but a visual inspection of wheel arches, subframe, and sills for corrosion is advisable, especially given the vehicle’s off-road heritage. The dual failures in 2025 demand transparency from the seller on whether repairs were made and, if so, by whom.