2020 Renault ZOE I Iconic ZE 50 Electric · CA70 ABV

The most recent official DVSA MOT test conducted on 9 October 2025 recorded a PASS with no defects or advisories noted against the vehicle. This outcome is consistent with the preceding examinations on 1 November 2024 and 12 October 2023, both of which also returned clean PASS results without recorded defects. Taken collectively, the three-year MOT trajectory demonstrates a stable and consistent maintenance pattern, with no emerging advisories or recurring failure points that would suggest underlying deterioration. The absence of advisories across multiple consecutive tests is a reassuring indicator that the vehicle has been maintained within roadworthy tolerances, although it should be noted that the MOT is a statutory minimum standard rather than a comprehensive mechanical inspection. With a recorded mileage of 16,688 miles over approximately six years of service, this Renault Zoe has averaged around 2,781 miles per year, which is notably low for its age and indicates either predominantly light usage, a primarily urban or short-journey operating profile, or extended periods of standing between uses. For an electric vehicle, low annual mileage is generally favourable for high-voltage battery longevity, as reduced cycle count preserves cell health and minimises degradation, though the trade-off is often prolonged static periods. Significant standing time can encourage corrosion on brake discs and callipers, degradation of suspension bushes due to lack of cyclical loading, and ageing of consumables that deteriorate by calendar rather than by mileage. Any prospective buyer should enquire into the typical usage pattern and verify whether the vehicle has been regularly driven or stored for prolonged intervals. Given the clean MOT record and the low-mileage profile, physical inspection should focus on age- and standing-related deterioration rather than wear from extensive use. The tyres should be carefully examined for sidewall perishing, cracking, or UV degradation, as tyres older than five years from their DOT date stamp may suffer compromised structural integrity even if the tread depth remains above the legal 1.6mm limit; Renault-specific Original Equipment sizes and load index markings should be confirmed. The braking system warrants particular attention, including checks for seized or binding callipers, corroded or scored brake discs with excessive lipping, and confirmation that the handbrake mechanism operates smoothly given the likelihood of infrequent engagement. The 12V auxiliary battery, distinct from the traction battery, typically requires replacement every four to six years and should be load-tested for health, as a depleted unit can cause persistent warning lights and electronic control faults. Additionally, the high-voltage traction battery state of health should be verified through a diagnostic scan capable of reading cell voltage balance and remaining capacity percentage, as this is the most valuable long-term asset of the vehicle. Further inspection points appropriate to this usage profile include the condition of the charging cable and inlet socket for signs of damage, oxidation, or worn connector pins, as well as verification of the Type 2 charging functionality on both domestic and rapid sources where possible. All fluid systems should be reviewed on a calendar basis regardless of odometer reading; brake fluid absorbs moisture over time and is generally recommended for renewal every two years, while coolant circuit integrity and the heat pump or air conditioning refrigerant, if fitted, should be checked for proper pressures and leak-free operation. Suspension components including coil springs, anti-roll bar links, and wishbone bushes should be inspected for corrosion at mounting points and any signs of fatigue cracking, particularly in the rear axle assembly. Finally, the windscreen, wiper blades, and all exterior lighting including the distinctive LED headlamp units should be confirmed as functional and free from condensation ingress, and the service history stamps cross-referenced with the odometer readings to evidence consistent and timely maintenance, particularly regarding any Renault ZE-specific high-voltage system inspections that may have been scheduled.