2018 Renault Captur 0.9L Petrol · LD68 AOT

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive repairs after several clean inspections. The most recent test in October 2025 at 160,958 miles identified a severely deteriorated nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover and flagged a nearside front outer tyre worn dangerously close to the legal limit. While the car passed its previous two tests without defects, these recent failures indicate that suspension components and tyres are beginning to reach the end of their operational life cycles simultaneously. The mileage profile is exceptionally high for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging over 20,000 miles per year. Between October 2024 and October 2025, the car covered 23,462 miles in a single year, suggesting consistent motor-way use or long-distance commuting. This high rate of accumulation puts significant strain on the drivetrain, braking system, and suspension bushings. The gap between the 2022 and 2023 tests shows a similar surge, confirming a high-usage pattern that accelerates the natural wear of mechanical components. A physical inspection must focus heavily on the front suspension geometry, as the failed anti-roll bar linkage often precedes wider play in control arms or drops. The buyer should check the condition of all rubber boots and bushes, as the high mileage increases the likelihood of perished material. Given the edge wear noted in 2025, a professional alignment check is necessary to ensure the vehicle isn't causing premature tyre degradation. Because the vehicle has exceeded 160,000 miles, the state of the brake discs and calipers should also be scrutinized for thinning or uneven wear, which the MOT record does not detail.