2014 Renault Captur 1.5L Diesel · DG14 EBP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive repairs rather than preventative care. The most recent test in October 2025 at 109,535 miles passed only after a failure just three miles prior. While the immediate safety failures regarding fractured coil springs and a binding rear brake were addressed, the recurring nature of issues with the braking system and suspension components suggests that the previous owner only addressed mechanical faults once they reached the point of an MOT failure. At 109,535 miles over 12 years, the Captur averages approximately 9,100 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage for its age. The data shows consistent annual testing, with roughly 9,000 miles covered between September 2023 and October 2024, and another 9,400 miles covered between October 2024 and October 2025. This steady accumulation indicates the vehicle is used regularly, but the high mileage puts significant stress on rubber-based components like suspension bushes and tyre rubber. A buyer must conduct a close physical inspection of the suspension geometry, as the record shows play in the front ball joint in 2023 and fractured coil springs on both sides in 2025. The braking system shows a history of neglect with scored and corroded front discs and a binding rear service brake, which often indicates seized calipers or a lack of regular fluid maintenance. Furthermore, the repeated reports of inner edge tyre wear and per across 2023 and 2025 suggest a persistent alignment issue that has not been properly rectified, likely leading to premature tyre degradation.