2018 Renault ZOE Electric · BF68 YMY

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, but the maintenance history indicates a period of reactive rather than proactive care. While the car passed its test in September 2022 at 46,962 miles, this followed a failure just three days prior at 46,958 miles. The trend shows that mechanical faults were only addressed when they threatened an MOT pass, suggesting the previous owner maintained the bare minimum legal requirements rather than performing routine preventative servicing. The mileage profile is notably low for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,870 miles per year. There is a significant gap of 12,800 miles between the September 2021 test at 34,162 miles and the September 2022 test. This low annual usage often results in less wear on the drivetrain, but it can also lead to the degradation of rubber components and seals due to inactivity, which may align with the premature wear seen in the 2022 record. A buyer must physically inspect the front suspension geometry and tyre condition. The 2022 failure for both front suspension arm ball joints, combined with uneven wear on both the inner and outer edges of the front tyres, strongly suggests a significant alignment issue or worn bushings. You should verify that these ball joints were replaced and that a professional wheel alignment was performed following the repairs. Furthermore, the temporary repair on the nearside rear tyre must be checked for a permanent fix or replacement, as temporary patches are not long-term solutions for structural tyre integrity.