2017 Renault Kadjar 1.5L Diesel · BCV 552T

A clean and consistent DVSA record defines this 2017 Renault Kadjar, with the most recent test on 25 November 2025 producing a pass with no advisories or defects recorded. This follows an identical pattern from previous annual tests, most notably the 21 December 2023 pass and the 13 December 2024 pass, both of which were also returned with no recorded advisories. The appearance of a same-day failure alongside the November 2025 pass is a feature of how the DVSA system records partial passes and retests; given that the pass entry carries no defect or advisory notes, the vehicle was clearly brought up to standard quickly and left the testing station in roadworthy condition. Overall, the absence of any flagged items across four testing cycles suggests no chronic wear issues have yet surfaced at MOT level, which is a positive indicator for a nine-year-old crossover in this class. With 78,160 miles recorded over approximately nine years of use, this Kadjar has covered around 8,684 miles annually, placing it squarely in line with typical UK mileage expectations for its age. There is no evidence of either the very low annual accumulation that often brings corrosion and drivetrain seizing concerns, nor the high-mileage accumulation that accelerates wear on clutches, injectors and suspension components. The test-to-test gap between December 2021 and December 2023 is roughly two years, which is not unusual given MOT exemption rules for vehicles between three and forty years old, and the consistent mileage progression across tests suggests the car has been in regular, steady use rather than left standing or subjected to extremes of short-journey or motorway-only driving. For a prospective buyer, the absence of recorded advisories means there are no specific flagged components to chase down, but the general age and mileage warrant close inspection of items that commonly affect the Kadjar as it enters higher-mileage territory. On a test drive, listen for clonks or knocking from the front suspension over speed humps and rough surfaces, which can indicate worn lower control arm bushes, top mounts or anti-roll bar drop links, all known wear items on this platform. Feel for any vibration through the steering wheel under braking, as warped front brake discs are a common advisory on Kadjars of this age; also check for a pulling sensation to one side, which may point to a binding caliper or uneven pad wear. Inspect the underside for any signs of surface corrosion on subframe and suspension arms, particularly around the rear axle mounting points, as Renault products of this era can develop visible rust in these areas well before structural integrity is threatened. Inside the engine bay, look for any oil residue around the cam cover gasket and the turbo oil feed pipe on diesel examples, as both are known seepage points that, while not yet recorded as advisories, often appear once a vehicle passes 70,000 miles. The dual-clutch EDC automatic, where fitted, can develop jerky low-speed changes and hesitation on light throttle, so a thorough test drive in stop-start traffic is worthwhile to confirm smooth take-up and gearchanges. Finally, confirm that the most recent advisory-free pass is supported by a current service record, particularly evidence of recent brake fluid, coolant and cambelt or chain inspection, as Kadjars of this generation are sensitive to extended service intervals on the timing chain and turbocharger lubrication system.