2018 Renault Captur 0.9L Petrol · LX68 YPD

Recurring wear on the front braking system defines the mechanical history of this vehicle, characterized by a progression from minor disc wear advisories in 2022 to a dangerous failure in September 2024 due to offside front brake pads measuring less than 1.5mm. While the record shows a clean pass on 25 October 2025, the previous pattern of pitted and scored front discs suggests a history of component degradation that required intervention. An average annual accumulation of approximately 3,562 miles over eight years indicates a low-usage profile. Such a low mileage rate often means that components may wear due to age and environmental exposure rather than mechanical friction or high-stress cycles. This usage pattern is consistent with the recorded brake disc pitting, which can occur when vehicles are used infrequently. Attention should be directed toward the front braking system during a physical inspection. Given the history of scored and pitted discs and the previous dangerous failure for pad thickness, a test drive should focus on detecting any steering wheel judder or pedal pulsation during deceleration, which would indicate that the discs have not been fully replaced or have developed uneven wear. The tyre condition also warrants verification, as both front tyres were flagged as being close to the legal limit in late 2024. Ensure the current tread depths are consistent across both axles and check for uneven wear on the inner or outer edges, which could point to underlying alignment issues. Verify that the braking response is firm and linear, without any grinding noises that would suggest the previous disc issues persist.