2022 Renault Captur SE Limited TCE 1.0L Petrol · LX22 RVE

The 2022 Renault Captur SE Limited TCE presents a clean and stable maintenance trend, with no defects recorded at either MOT test. The most recent examination on 19 January 2026 at 29,537 miles returned a completely clear pass, indicating that all safety-critical systems, including brakes, suspension, tyres, lights, and exhaust emissions, met the required standard at that point. The absence of advisories or failures across both recorded tests suggests consistent upkeep and no emerging mechanical concerns. The mileage accumulation is broadly typical for a vehicle of this age. Between the first recorded test on 27 February 2025 at 23,262 miles and the January 2026 test at 29,537 miles, the car covered approximately 6,275 miles over eleven months, which aligns with the overall annualised average of roughly 7,384 miles per year. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden spikes in the odometer readings that would raise concerns about long periods of disuse or tampering. The record is sparse, with only two entries available, but both are clean passes, which is a positive indicator. Despite the clean MOT history, a buyer should still carry out a thorough physical inspection. The Captur's front suspension, particularly the lower arms, bushes, and drop links, is worth checking for wear, as these components can deteriorate on urban-driven small SUVs. The braking system, including disc condition and caliper operation, should be examined for any early signs of uneven wear or binding that may not yet have triggered a failure. Tyre condition and alignment should also be assessed, given that the vehicle's typical use pattern may involve frequent short trips that can cause uneven wear. The exhaust system and DPF function deserve attention, as the TCE petrol engine is prone to soot loading if predominantly used for low-mileage urban journeys. Underbody and sill corrosion should be inspected, particularly around the rear wheel arches and subframe mounting points, where French-manufactured vehicles of this generation can show early surface corrosion if not regularly washed. A test drive over varied road surfaces will reveal any suspension knocks or steering vagueness that a static inspection might miss.