2017 Renault Kadjar 1.6L Diesel · LR17 SYA

The Renault Kadjar presents a clean MOT history with no recorded defects across all five tests, including the most recent dual entries in January 2026 at 69,293 miles. Both passes and fails in that month—an anomaly in the system—suggest either a clerical error or a rapid rectification of a minor, non-fatal issue that wasn’t logged. The trend is stable, with consistent compliance over the past three years, indicating the vehicle has met all DVSA roadworthiness thresholds without recurring advisories or major failures. The absence of defects in structural integrity, brakes, suspension, or emissions points to either meticulous maintenance by previous owners or benign neglect of non-critical components. Mileage accumulation aligns closely with typical usage for a vehicle of this age, averaging around 7,700 miles per year. The gap between the 2023 test (47,763 miles) and the 2024 test (56,118 miles) suggests roughly 8,355 miles covered in 12 months, while the 2024–2025 interval (64,333 miles) shows a slight dip to around 8,215 miles annually. The most recent 5,000-mile jump between March 2025 and January 2026 may reflect seasonal use or a single owner consolidating mileage before sale. There’s no evidence of extreme low-mileage neglect or high-mileage abuse, though the sparse advisory history leaves some ambiguity about whether minor wear—such as tyre condition or fluid levels—was consistently monitored. Given the lack of defects, a buyer should still verify a few high-wear areas in person. Tyre tread depth and condition warrant immediate inspection, as the MOT record doesn’t confirm recent replacements despite the vehicle’s age and mileage. Braking performance should be tested under load, particularly if the dual January 2026 entries hinted at an unresolved issue—binding calipers or uneven pad wear could have been present but not logged. Suspension components, including coil springs and bushings, should be checked for wear or corrosion, especially if the car has spent time in damp or salty conditions. Finally, the exhaust system and emissions should be visually assessed for leaks or rust, as these are common failure points in Renault models of this era. Structural integrity appears sound based on the MOT history, but a thorough check for hidden corrosion—particularly around wheel arches, sills, and underbody panels—is advisable. The absence of advisories doesn’t guarantee no issues exist, so a pre-purchase inspection by a qualified mechanic would be prudent to confirm the vehicle’s true condition beyond the MOT’s basic checks.