2014 Renault Captur 1.5L Diesel · HN64 SYV

The vehicle presents a stable but reactive maintenance profile, with the most recent MOT test on 2 December 2025 showing a pass following several minor failures. The history indicates a pattern where the owner addresses specific items immediately upon failure, such as the headlamp aim issues flagged during the December 2025 test. While the vehicle is technically roadworthy, the recurring nature of minor electrical and consumable faults suggests a maintenance approach focused on passing inspections rather than proactive component replacement. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with the vehicle's age, averaging approximately 5,000 to 6,000 miles per year between the recorded tests. The jump from 83,705 miles in December 2023 to 88,831 miles in December 2024, and subsequently to 94,317 miles in December 2025, shows steady usage. This predictable mileage pattern reduces the likelihood of issues stemming from long periods of inactivity, though it confirms the vehicle has covered nearly 95,000 miles, which will naturally increase wear on drivetrain and suspension components. A prospective buyer should pay close attention to the CV boot, as the December 2024 test flagged a split nearside front outer drive shaft joint. While this was rectified to achieve a pass, the integrity of the drivetrain should be verified to ensure no debris has entered the joint. The repeated advisories regarding tyre condition, specifically the sidewall damage noted in December 2025 and the edge wear seen in December 2023, suggest that tyre management is a recurring issue. I recommend a thorough inspection of all four tyres and a check of the wheel alignment to ensure uneven wear is not being caused by suspension geometry issues. The history also shows frequent minor electrical and cosmetic failures, including registration plate lamps and deteriorating plates. While these do not impact the structural integrity of the car, they reflect a tendency for small maintenance tasks to be overlooked. Beyond these minor points, no serious structural corrosion or significant brake system failures have appeared in the recent records, which is a positive sign for the vehicle's ageing chassis.