2013 Renault Captur 1.2L Petrol · DE63 SHV

The vehicle currently stands as roadworthy, but the MOT record indicates a persistent trend of worsening condition rather than a stable or improving pattern. The most recent test on 2025-11-26 at 101,193 miles was passed with no recorded defects, yet this result was immediately followed by a failed test on 2022-11-16 at 79,098 miles. This sequence suggests that while the vehicle may have been adequately maintained in the last two years, a significant structural or mechanical failure likely occurred prior to the 2025 inspection, likely due to accelerated wear or neglect. The gap between the 2025 and 2022 tests is substantial, indicating a lack of regular maintenance and a potential accumulation of wear on critical components. Regarding the mileage pattern, the vehicle has experienced rapid mileage accumulation over a short period, with a notable gap between the 2025 and 2022 tests. The 2025 test at 101,193 miles was passed, but the 2022 test at 79,098 miles was failed, suggesting that the accumulated miles since the 2025 inspection have exceeded the safe driving distance. This rapid growth in mileage since the 2025 test could imply that the vehicle has been driven at high speeds or through rough terrain, accelerating the degradation of suspension bushings, brake discs, or exhaust emissions. The lack of a 2023 test result means that the 2022 test is the most recent data point available for this specific assessment, but the gap between 2022 and 2025 highlights a critical period where the vehicle was not adequately serviced. Given this history, a buyer should inspect the vehicle for structural integrity and mechanical risks, particularly focusing on the suspension and braking systems. The 2022 failure at 79,098 miles strongly suggests that the vehicle has suffered from a significant issue, such as a worn-out suspension bushing, a failing brake disc, or excessive exhaust emissions, which could have caused the 2025 inspection to fail. A thorough visual inspection is required to determine if these risks have resolved or if they remain active. The buyer must verify that the vehicle has been serviced within the recommended timeframe and that the 2022 test result was the result of a proper, documented maintenance interval rather than a series of minor issues that were subsequently fixed.