2016 Renault Kadjar 1.5L Diesel · KX16 DWO

This Renault Kadjar has maintained a consistent MOT history with no defects or advisories recorded across five consecutive tests, most recently passing on 17 June 2025 at 93,822 miles. The absence of any warnings—even minor—suggests the vehicle has undergone regular, if not rigorous, servicing, with no evidence of recurring mechanical failures. However, the most recent test occurred just over a year ago, placing it slightly outside the optimal window for pre-purchase inspection, particularly given its age and mileage. While the lack of advisories is reassuring, the testers’ failure to note any wear items (such as suspension bushes, coil springs, or brake caliper binding) implies either a clean bill of health or a test that did not probe beyond basic compliance. The mileage progression of approximately 9,382 miles annually aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age, without abrupt spikes or prolonged stagnation. The recorded intervals between tests—around 12,000 to 13,000 miles—are standard for a car of this class, though the consistent passing without fail suggests either disciplined maintenance or a vehicle that has not yet encountered significant wear. There are no red flags in the mileage pattern to indicate neglect or aggressive driving, though the absence of service records means potential hidden issues could exist in areas like timing belts, differential fluid, or suspension alignment. Given the clean MOT history, a buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of suspension components—particularly the rear bushes and coil springs—given their typical wear rate at this mileage. The brakes, while not flagged, warrant scrutiny for uneven pad thickness or glazed discs, as binding calipers or warped rotors often go unnoticed in basic MOT checks. Structural integrity should also be assessed, focusing on the wheel arches, sills, and underbody for corrosion, as rust can compromise the chassis without immediate MOT consequences. Finally, the exhaust system and emissions should be visually inspected for leaks or excessive soot, as these can indicate catalytic converter degradation or fuel system issues that may not yet have triggered a fail.