2018 Renault Captur 0.9L Petrol · DV18 KUE

The vehicle presents a concerning maintenance trend characterized by recurring consumable wear and neglected minor repairs. While the most recent test on 10 July 2025 at 85,718 miles resulted in a pass, the record shows a failure just three days prior on 7 July 2025 at 85,710 miles. This failure highlighted issues with anti-roll bar ball joint dust covers and pitted front inner brake discs. The fact that the tyres were flagged as worn close to the legal limit during both the failure and the subsequent pass suggests that the owner may be performing only the bare minimum required to secure a certificate rather than addressing underlying maintenance needs. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with typical UK usage for an eight-year-old vehicle. The car has covered approximately 85,718 miles, averaging roughly 10,715 miles per year. The data shows steady progression from 45,499 miles in June 2022 to 63,389 miles in July 2024, and finally reaching 85,718 miles in July 2025. This steady climb indicates regular road use rather than long periods of stationary storage, which helps mitigate some risks associated with seized components, but it also means mechanical components are subject to standard wear and tear. A prospective buyer should focus heavily on the suspension and braking systems during a physical inspection. The MOT history shows a pattern of tyre wear on the edges, which often points to misaligned geometry or worn suspension bushes. The repeated mentions of tyre issues, including cracking and perishing noted in the June 2023 test at 55,099 miles, suggest a lack of proactive replacement. Furthermore, the tester flagged fluctuating service brakes in June 2022 and pitted brake discs in July 2025, so a thorough check of the brake pads, discs, and calipers is necessary to ensure no binding or excessive wear remains. The recurring faults with anti-roll bar components and the tendency for tyres to wear unevenly suggest that the steering and suspension assembly requires close scrutiny. While the vehicle is currently roadworthy, the history of failing on minor items like dust covers and then passing shortly after implies a reactive approach to maintenance. Inspecting the condition of the front suspension bushings and checking for any play in the steering rack would be prudent to ensure the vehicle is not approaching a more significant mechanical failure.