2015 Renault ZOE Electricity · DS65 WCT

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful test on 24 November 2025 at 57,564 miles. However, the maintenance trend shows signs of reactive repair rather than preventative care. The car failed just four days prior at 57,555 miles due to an excessively worn nearside front suspension arm ball joint. While this specific fault was rectified to achieve the pass, the history indicates that components are only addressed once they reach a failure point. The mileage profile is notably low for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,233 miles per year. Between November 2022 and November 2025, the car covered 10,817 miles, suggesting a consistent but light usage pattern. This low mileage generally reduces wear on the electric powertrain and braking system, though the long intervals between tests and low mileage-related use can sometimes lead to flat-spotting of tyres or the degradation of rubber-based suspension components, which aligns with the issues seen in the recent records. A buyer should conduct a thorough inspection of the front suspension, as ball joint wear has proven a recurring issue, with the offside joint flagged in 2023 and the nearside joint failing in 2025. The tester also noted edge-wear and uneven tyre degradation in 2023, which may indicate an alignment issue or worn wisharm bushings. Given the vehicle's age and low mileage, a physical check of the chassis for corrosion is essential to ensure that long periods of standing have not resulted in structural rust, despite the limited mechanical wear.