2015 Renault Kadjar 1.6L Diesel · GC15 OLP

The 2015 Renault Kadjar presents a stable and improving mechanical picture, culminating in a completely clean MOT pass on 24 March 2026 at 99,549 miles with zero defects recorded. That is a strong result for an eleven-year-old vehicle and suggests the current custodian has addressed the faults that caused a failure just three years prior. The maintenance trend is clearly upward, moving from a failure in March 2023 to consecutive advisory-free passes in 2024, 2025, and 2026. The mileage accumulation of roughly 9,050 miles per year sits squarely within the typical range for a vehicle of this age. The progression from 74,152 miles in March 2023 to 99,549 miles in March 2026 shows consistent, steady use rather than long periods of dormancy or sudden high-mileage bursts. There are no suspicious gaps in the annual test record, and the odometer readings climb logically between each test date, which supports the integrity of the recorded history. The March 2023 failure at 74,152 miles flagged an inoperative nearside parking brake, insufficient parking brake efficiency, and an electronic parking brake malfunction warning. These are not minor advisories. A buyer should physically test the electronic parking brake on a slope to confirm it holds the vehicle firmly and that the dashboard warning lamp extinguishes correctly after engagement. The 2025 test at 92,704 miles noted worn front brake pads on both sides and slight play in the offside front suspension arm ball joint. Both advisories were cleared by the 2026 test, but a pre-purchase inspection should still verify the condition of the front brake discs and pads for uneven wear, and check the suspension ball joint boots for splits that could allow water ingress and accelerate deterioration. Beyond the flagged items, a buyer should examine the underside for corrosion on subframes, brake lines, and suspension mounting points, as the Kadjar's platform is known to develop surface and structural rust in these areas over time. The exhaust system and DPF should be assessed for smoke under load, given the diesel variants' sensitivity to short-journey use. Tyre condition and age also warrant close attention, since the record shows no tyre-related advisories but rubber degrades on age alone regardless of tread depth.