2017 Renault Kadjar 1.5L Diesel · DV17 DGF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding reactive repairs. While it passed its most recent test in June 2025 at 65,345 miles, it initially failed that test due to a non-functional headlamp, thin brake pads, and worn components. The presence of multiple advisories and failures in the last two tests suggests that the owner only addresses mechanical issues once they reach the MOT failure threshold, rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. At 65,345 miles over nine years, the Kadjar averages approximately 7,200 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage for its age. The data shows a consistent period between 2022 and 2023 where the vehicle had no recorded defects. However, the mileage accumulation of 7,500 miles between April 2024 and June 2025 coincides with the sudden appearance of multiple wear-related faults, indicating that the vehicle is now entering a stage where rubber components and friction elements are nearing their service life. A buyer must specifically inspect the front suspension geometry, as the tester flagged worn bushes on both the nearside and offside front suspension arms in 2025. Although these did not cause a failure at the time, worn bushes often lead to steering instability and uneven tyre wear if not replaced. The recurring mention of thin rear brake pads and perished sidewalls across 2024 and 2025 further highlights that consumable items are neglected. A thorough physical check of the current tyre condition and brake disc thickness is essential to ensure the repairs made after the June 2025 failure were completed to a professional standard.