2016 Jeep Renegade 1.6L Diesel · LL66 OHV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the recent MOT history indicates a sudden decline in maintenance standards. While the jeep passed its most recent test in November 2025 at 75,723 miles, this followed a significant failure just five days prior. That failure revealed a cluster of mechanical defects across the front suspension and steering that were only addressed immediately before the retest. The trend suggests a shift from several years of clean records to a reactive maintenance approach where faults are only corrected upon failure. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a low-mileage profile, averaging approximately 7,500 miles per year. Between October 2022 and October 2024, the vehicle covered 15,651 miles with no recorded defects. However, the 16,237 miles covered between the October 2024 and November 2025 tests show a slight increase in usage. This sudden spike in wear suggests that while the total mileage is low for the decade, the age-related degradation of rubber components and steering linkages is now reaching a critical point. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front end steering geometry. The October 2025 failure flagged excessive play in both front track rod end ball joints and damaged dust covers, which compromises steering precision and uneven tyre wear. Furthermore, the rear axle swivel pins and bushes were noted as excessively worn on one side. These components should be checked for movement to ensure the repairs were thorough and to prevent future handling instability or premature component failure. The tyres also require close attention as the November 2025 advisory noted both front inner tyres worn to the legal limit and specifically on the edges. This often indicates a tracking alignment issue or worn suspension bushes beyond those mentioned above. The tyre pressure monitoring system was also reported as inoperative during the failure, so the buyer should verify this system is now functional to ensure safety and compliance with modern regulations.