2015 Renault Kadjar 1.5L Diesel · KP65 AAV

The vehicle presents a mixed maintenance profile with a recent trend toward worsening mechanical advisories. While the most recent test on 17 July 2025 at 111,891 miles resulted in a pass, the vehicle failed earlier that same day due to multiple lighting and suspension issues. The inspector flagged severely deteriorated dust covers on both nearside and offside front suspension arm ball joints, specifically noting the perishing wishbone bottom ball joints. This indicates that while the immediate failures were rectified, the vehicle is entering a phase where rubber components and suspension bushings are reaching the end of their serviceable life. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with a typical usage pattern for an eleven-year-old vehicle. The car has covered 111,891 miles, averaging approximately 10,172 miles per year. The records show steady progression, moving from 77,320 miles in February 2020 to 111,891 miles in July 2025. There are no significant gaps in the testing history that would suggest long periods of inactivity, which helps mitigate concerns regarding seized components or fuel degradation from sitting idle. A prospective buyer should focus physical inspections on the front suspension assembly. The 2025 failure regarding perishing ball joint dust covers suggests that other rubber components, such as anti-roll bar links or control arm bushings, may also be degraded. The history also shows a recurring pattern of minor electrical faults, specifically regarding registration plate lamps, which appeared in the 2021, 2022, and 2023 tests. This suggests a tendency for minor bulb or wiring issues to go unaddressed until the next MOT cycle. The brake pads were noted as wearing thin during the July 2023 test at 101,040 miles. Although no brake-related advisories appeared in the 2025 record, the buyer should verify the remaining thickness of the pads and the condition of the discs. Additionally, the presence of product on the headlamp lenses noted in July 2025 indicates surface oxidation or degradation of the plastic, which may affect light output over time. Checking for any signs of fluid leaks around the front wishbones would be a prudent final step.