2018 Renault Captur 0.9L Petrol · LR18 MYD

The vehicle is currently roadworthy having passed its most recent MOT in May 2026 at 74,116 miles. While the car maintains a pass, the maintenance trend reveals a persistent lack of proactive attention regarding consumable components. The failure in April 2023 due to an excessively binding offside rear service brake was rectified, but the recurring nature of tyre defects across multiple years suggests that the owner only addresses issues when they threaten an MOT rather than performing scheduled maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,264 miles per year. Between the April 2023 test at 57,563 miles and the May 2026 test at 74,116 miles, the car covered 16,553 miles, indicating a steady rate of use. There are no significant gaps in mileage that would suggest the vehicle was left stationary for long periods, though the gradual accumulation of miles justifies the expected wear on rubber components and braking hardware. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the tyre condition, as the record shows a consistent history of cracking, perishing, and uneven wear from 2023 through 2026. The repeated mentions of the nearside front and offside front tyres being worn on the edges or near the legal limit indicate potential alignment issues or worn suspension bushes that could lead to premature tyre failure. Additionally, given the previous failure for a binding rear brake, a thorough check of the offside rear brake caliper and handbrake mechanism is necessary to ensure the seizing has not returned.