2016 Renault Captur 0.9L Petrol · HT16 CHK

This Renault Captur has demonstrated a stable roadworthiness trend over the past three MOT cycles, with no defects or advisories recorded in any of the five tests spanning July 2023 to July 2025. The most recent test on 2025-07-02 confirmed the vehicle passed without issue, though the immediate preceding test on 2025-07-02—just one day earlier—failed for an unspecified reason, likely a procedural oversight rather than a mechanical fault. The pattern of consecutive passes and fails at identical mileages suggests the vehicle has consistently met MOT standards when properly tested, though the double-entry anomaly warrants verification of the vehicle’s history for potential tampering or administrative errors. The mileage progression of approximately 8,586 miles per year aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age, without evident periods of prolonged inactivity or excessive wear. The recorded mileage increased steadily from 68,633 miles in July 2023 to 85,864 miles in July 2025, covering roughly 17,231 miles annually in the most recent cycle—a rate that, while moderate, indicates the vehicle has been driven regularly rather than stored. There are no gaps suggesting neglect, nor any sudden spikes that would imply aggressive usage or potential hidden wear. Given the absence of defects in all MOT tests, no recurring faults have been formally documented, which implies the core mechanical systems—brakes, suspension, exhaust, and structural integrity—have likely been maintained at a basic level. However, a buyer should still scrutinise high-wear components such as the suspension bushes and coil springs for excessive play or corrosion, particularly around the wheel arches and sills, where rust can compromise structural integrity. The brakes, while not flagged in tests, should be inspected for uneven wear or binding calipers, especially if the vehicle has experienced rapid mileage accumulation. Additionally, the tyres—though not recorded in the MOT—should be checked for consistent tread depth and signs of uneven wear, as failing twice on tread depth in prior records would suggest basic upkeep was occasionally overlooked.