2018 Renault Kadjar 1.5L Diesel · DV18 RSY

The 2018 Renault Kadjar holds a valid MOT certificate issued on 13 April 2026 at 61,072 miles, with the overall maintenance trend appearing broadly stable but punctuated by recurring minor advisories. The most recent test flagged perishing on both rear tyres and a worn offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush, neither of which resulted in a failure. A clean pass recorded on 4 April 2025 at 55,452 miles demonstrates that fundamental mechanical and structural integrity has been maintained, though the re-emergence of tyre condition advisories suggests consumable upkeep has been reactive rather than proactive. The vehicle has covered approximately 5,620 miles in the twelve months between the April 2025 and April 2026 tests, which sits comfortably within the typical annual mileage for an eight-year-old vehicle. The cumulative mileage progression from 43,179 miles in April 2023 to 61,072 miles in April 2026 indicates consistent, moderate use across roughly 7,600 miles per year, with no alarming gaps or sudden spikes in accumulation that would suggest prolonged standing or excessive wear. The recurring theme across the MOT record is tyre condition. Advisories for cracking, perishing, and wear appeared in March 2024 on both rear tyres, resurfaced in April 2026 on the same axles, and previously affected both front tyres in April 2023. This pattern points to a vehicle that has likely spent extended periods stationary or has been driven on tyres well past their optimal service life. A buyer should carefully inspect all four tyres for sidewall cracking, uneven tread depth, and date codes, replacing any unit more than five years old regardless of remaining tread. The worn offside front lower suspension arm bush flagged in April 2026 warrants a thorough check of the entire front suspension setup, including the nearside equivalent, ball joints, and drop links, as asymmetric wear often indicates a broader deterioration trend. A road test over uneven surfaces will confirm whether knocking or vague steering has developed.