2018 Renault Captur 1.5L Diesel · HN18 DZM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the recent inspection history shows a worsening trend in reactive maintenance. While the Captur passed its latest test in April 2026 at 73,163 miles, it followed a failure just four days prior at 73,140 miles. This failure revealed a critical inoperative engine malfunction light and an excessively worn offside front suspension arm ball joint. The transition from a clean record to multiple mechanical failures suggests the owner is only addressing faults when necessary to pass the annual test rather than practicing proactive preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern remains consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,145 miles per year. The progression from 50,284 miles in April 2023 to 73,163 miles in April 2026 indicates steady usage. However, the rapid accumulation of over 23,000 miles in those three years coincides with the appearance of multiple mechanical and wear issues. The vehicle has moved from a period of apparent stability to one where components are beginning to reach the end of their service life relative age and mileage. A buyer must inspect the front suspension geometry closely, as the recurring reports of inner-edge tyre wear on both fronts in 2024 and 2026 indicate a persistent alignment issue or worn suspension components. The offside front ball joint was recently replaced, but the remaining bushes and arm joints should be checked for play or degradation. Additionally, the central parking brake lever was flagged as defective in the April 2026 test; despite being functional now, the internal mechanism or cable tension likely requires adjustment. The previous engine management light failure also warrants a diagnostic scan to ensure no hidden fault codes remain in the system.