2017 Renault Koleos 1.6L Diesel · AA04 JFA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive rather than proactive care. While it passed its most recent test in May 2026 at 74,583 miles, this followed a failure just three days prior at 74,574 miles. That failure revealed multiple critical issues including lighting misalignment, illegal tyre tread, and worn brake components. The recurrence of brake disc pitting across multiple tests suggests that the owner only addresses mechanical defects once they reach the point of inspection failure. The mileage pattern is consistent with a typical low-use vehicle, averaging approximately 8,300 miles per year. There is a significant gap of over 10,000 miles between August 2024 and July 2025, followed by another 10,000-mile stretch leading up to the recent failure in early 2026. This steady accumulation suggests regular use, yet the sudden failure in May 2026 indicates that the vehicle's components are now reaching the end of their service life without being serviced between annual MOT intervals. A buyer must inspect the steering and suspension systems closely, as the 2024 test flagged free play in the offside steering rack and oil misting on the offside rear shock absorber. These issues were not mentioned in the latest report, which could mean they were repaired or simply overlooked. The persistent mention of pitting and scoring on both front and rear brake discs indicates the braking system is prone to corrosion, likely due to periods of inactivity. Verify the current condition of all tyres and wheel alignment, as the previous failure for the offside front tyre being at the legal limit and worn unevenly suggests potential geometry issues.