2015 Renault Captur 0.9L Petrol · AX65 AHJ

The vehicle presents a generally stable roadworthiness profile, though the most recent MOT history indicates a recurring pattern of neglected tyre maintenance. The December 2025 test at 23,952 miles passed with advisories for cracking and perishing on both rear tyres. This follows a trend of tyre-related issues seen in the 2023 test at 17,718 miles, where front tyres were recorded at the 1.6mm legal limit, and the 2022 test at 15,247 miles, which flagged both front tyres as badly worn on the inner edges. While the vehicle passed its most recent inspection, the transition from tread wear to sidewall perishing suggests the tyres are ageing due to time rather than distance. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for an 11-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,177 miles per year. The data shows a consistent, slow progression from 7,402 miles in December 2018 to 23,952 miles in December 2025. This low annual usage explains the specific nature of the defects recorded. Instead of mechanical wear from heavy usage, the record highlights issues typical of long periods of inactivity, such as the perishing rubber noted in 2025 and the TPMS and spanner light faults recorded in 2022 and 2023. A prospective buyer should prioritize a physical inspection of all rubber components, including tyres, wiper blades, and engine belts, as the history suggests these items may degrade from age before they wear from use. The recurring inner-edge tyre wear noted in 2022 and 2023 points to potential wheel alignment issues or suspension geometry problems that may still persist. Given the low mileage and the reported TPMS and spanner light faults, a diagnostic check of the electronic sensor systems and a thorough inspection of the battery health would be prudent to ensure the vehicle's electronics have not suffered from prolonged inactivity.