2009 Renault Koleos 2.0L Diesel · LT09 EDF

The most recent MOT test on 27 February 2026 at 151,197 miles resulted in a pass, though the vehicle presented two advisories: an offside front coil spring showing corrosion and continued play in the steering rack inner joint(s). This represents a modestly improving trend from the previous year. The 2025 test cycle involved an initial failure at 140,387 miles due to a non-functioning offside headlamp main beam, excessive play in an offside track rod end ball joint, the persistent steering rack inner joint play, and two tyre defects. These faults were rectified and the vehicle passed later the same day at 140,389 miles. The steering rack inner joint play has now appeared across three consecutive test cycles from 2024 through 2026, indicating an ongoing wear pattern rather than isolated failure. Annual mileage accumulation has remained consistent and unremarkable for this vehicle's profile. Between February 2024 and February 2025, the vehicle covered approximately 10,910 miles, rising from 129,479 to 140,389 miles. The subsequent twelve months added a further 10,808 miles to reach 151,197 miles. This steady usage pattern of roughly 10,800 to 11,000 miles annually sits slightly above the historical average of 8,894 miles per year, suggesting the vehicle has seen moderately regular use rather than prolonged storage. No significant mileage gaps or odometer anomalies are evident in the available record. The 2024 failure at 129,433 miles revealed substantial deferred maintenance across multiple systems. Rear brake pads had worn below 1.5 mm, rear brake discs were scored and pitted, and rear brakes showed imbalance across the axle. Both rear anti-roll bar bushes exhibited wear, and an offside front inner driveshaft CV boot had split, permitting dirt ingress. These faults were all rectified before the clean pass five days later at 129,479 miles. The tyre-related failures in 2025, combined with the 2024 brake deterioration, suggest previous upkeep was reactive rather than preventive. A prospective buyer should prioritise physical inspection of the steering rack assembly given its three-year advisory history; play in inner joints at this mileage can indicate rack wear requiring eventual replacement. The corroded coil spring advisory from February 2026 warrants close examination for fracture risk, particularly given the vehicle's seventeen-year service life. Brake condition should be verified independently, as the 2024 history demonstrates rapid wear characteristics. The CV boot replacement in 2024 should be confirmed as effective, with inspection for subsequent grease contamination or joint damage. Overall, the record shows a vehicle that has passed recent tests but carries accumulated wear in steering, suspension, and braking systems consistent with its age and usage.