2016 Renault Captur 1.5L Diesel · NA66 NHB

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a persistent neglect of minor consumables and wheel components. While the most recent test in August 2025 at 72,122 miles passed, it carried multiple advisories regarding perishing tyres and a distorted rear wheel. These specific issues have appeared consistently since August 2022, indicating that the previous owner frequently deferred addressing cosmetic and minor wear until it reached a failure or significant advisory threshold. At 72,122 miles, this ten-year-old Captur averages approximately 7,200 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage for a vehicle of this age. The mileage progression shows consistent annual use, with roughly 3,700 miles between the August 2023 and September 2024 tests, and another 5,000 miles leading to August 2025. This steady usage suggests the car has not sat stationary for long periods, which explains the cracking and aging of rubber-based components noted in the records. A buyer must inspect the nearside rear road wheel specifically, as the distortion was flagged in both 2024 and 2025. A distorted rim can cause vibrations at higher speeds and lead to uneven tyre wear. Furthermore, the recurring mention of perishing tyres across multiple years suggests that the rubber may is not being replaced based on age rather than tread depth. A full check of sidewall cracking is required to ensure the current tyre set is not nearing structural failure. Physical inspection of the front lighting assembly is also necessary following the September 2024 failure for an insecure headlamp and poor aim. While this was rectified for the subsequent pass, the mounting brackets should be checked for cracks or secure fixation. The record shows no evidence of structural corrosion or major mechanical failures, suggesting the primary concerns remain limited to routine maintenance and wheel-related items.