2019 Renault Captur 0.9L Petrol · DP19 VRO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT in March 2026 at 42,909 miles. While it failed on that same day due to a non-functional central rear seat belt buckle, the defect was rectified immediately to achieve a pass. The maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive repairs rather than preventative servicing, as components are only addressed once they reach the point of failure during the annual inspection. The mileage profile is consistent with a seven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,130 miles per year. Between March 2023 at 29,420 miles and April 2025 at 39,081 miles, the car covered 10,000 miles, indicating steady but light usage. This low annual mileage suggests less wear on the drivetrain, though it can also lead to surface corrosion on brake components and rubber degradation if the vehicle sits for long periods between journeys. A buyer must pay close attention to the front braking system, as the record shows recurring issues with pitted and scored discs across the 2023, 2024, and 2025 tests. The tester flagged thin pads and worn discs in April 2025, suggesting the previous owner waited until the components were near exhaustion before replacement. A physical inspection should verify the current thickness of the front pads and check for even wear on the rotors to ensure they have been properly replaced as required. The 2024 advisory also noted front tyres worn to the legal limit and on edges, which often indicates an alignment issue or worn suspension bushes. The buyer should inspect the front suspension geometry for excessive play and check the current tyres for uneven wear patterns. While no structural corrosion or exhaust leaks have appeared in the records, the history of consumable wear failures implies the vehicle has been maintained to the minimum standard required to remain legal on the road.