2018 Renault Kadjar 1.5L Diesel · MJ67 YEC

A clean and stable MOT record defines the mechanical profile of this 2018 Renault Kadjar, with consecutive passes at the most recent tests on 30 December 2025 and 3 January 2025 returning no advisories or defects. Across the documented testing history the vehicle has avoided any failure categories, structural corrosion flags, or component-level wear advisories relating to suspension, braking, exhaust integrity, or steering. The only recorded advisories in the entire DVSA history relate to tyre condition on two separate occasions, which suggests that braking, suspension, and underbody components have remained within serviceable limits throughout the recorded mileage. This is a consistent pattern of roadworthiness compliance that points towards a vehicle which has not presented tester-flagged mechanical deterioration. Mileage accumulation on this Kadjar sits at 69,347 miles over roughly eight years, equating to an annual average of around 8,668 miles. This figure is broadly typical for a vehicle of its age and segment, neither indicating prolonged periods of standing nor heavy commercial-style usage. There are no gaps in MOT testing that would imply a multi-year lay-up, with tests recorded consecutively across 2021, 2023, 2024, and 2025, suggesting the car has remained in regular service. The 2022 calendar year shows no recorded test, which is normal given the MOT exemption rules for vehicles registered between 2018 in that window and the pattern of annual testing before and after. Mechanically, this consistent usage profile is favourable for components such as the timing chain, turbocharger, dual-clutch or automatic transmission, brake calipers, and suspension bushes, all of which can suffer from oil drain-back, seizure, or drying when a vehicle is left unused for extended periods. Given the advisory history specifically flagged tyre condition, prospective buyers should pay close attention to the present state of all four tyres, particularly the rears where perished sidewalls were noted in January 2023. Inspect the sidewalls carefully for cracking, ozone damage, or visible flex lines in the rubber, as rubber compound degradation can advance significantly over a two to three year window even on relatively low-mileage use. On a test drive, listen for any excessive road noise or harshness that could indicate compromised tyre casing integrity, and verify that the age of the fitted tyres is appropriate by checking the DOT date stamps on the sidewalls. Uneven wear patterns across the axle should also be examined, as the earlier advisory noted edge wear on the fronts which can hint at alignment geometry, camber, or tracking issues that may have persisted. Beyond the documented advisories, a test drive should focus on the symptoms commonly associated with the suspension and braking components on a vehicle of this age and mileage. Listen for clonking or knocking noises from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, which would suggest worn anti-roll bar drop links, top mounts, or strut bearings, and feel for any vagueness or wandering from the steering that could indicate deteriorated track rod ends or wishbone bushes. On the braking system, test for pulling to one side under firm pedal application, any judder through the steering wheel which may indicate warped front discs, and confirm that the handbrake holds the vehicle securely on an incline as the rear caliper mechanisms on these models can be prone to sticking. Finally, with diesel variants in this age bracket known for EGR valve sticking and turbo actuator wear, allow the engine to warm fully from cold and ensure there is no excessive smoke, hesitation, or fluttering from the turbo under load.