2015 Renault Captur 1.5L Diesel · BV65 MVW

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a reactive approach to repairs rather than proactive prevention. The most recent test on August 19 2025 at 84,220 miles showed a pass following a failure the previous day. While the car met the minimum standard, the recurring nature of the advisories indicates that components are allowed to run until the point of legal failure. The trend suggests the owner only addresses faults once they threaten the MOT pass certificate. At 84,220 miles, this 11-year-old Captur has averaged approximately 7,656 miles per year, which is consistent with typical UK usage for a vehicle of this age. The data shows consistent movement between tests, such as the jump from 68,565 miles in September 2023 to 77,770 miles in August 2024, and then a further 6,450 miles over the following year. This steady accumulation suggests the vehicle has not sat stationary for long periods, which generally helps prevent the degradation of rubber components. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front braking system and suspension. The brake discs were flagged as pitted or scored in three consecutive tests across 2023, 2024, and 2025, suggesting they are nearing the end of life. Furthermore, the offside anti-roll bar linkage was noted for having play in August 2025; while this was likely rectified to pass the test, a check for similar wear in other suspension bushes or ball joints is necessary. The front tyres also show a persistent history of uneven wear, specifically on the inner edges in both 2023 and 2025. This pattern often points to an alignment issue or worn camber settings which should be verified by a technician to prevent premature wear of new tyres. The buyer should also test the functionality of the windscreen wiper and washer system to ensure there are no lingering leaks or motor failures, as these were previous points of failure.