2015 Renault Captur 0.9L Petrol · NJ15 HTV

The 2015 Renault Captur currently holds a valid MOT certificate issued on 6 May 2026 at 94,667 miles with zero defects recorded. This clean pass follows a failure just two weeks earlier on 24 April 2026 at 94,665 miles, where the tester flagged excessively worn Nearside and Offside Front Suspension arm ball joints and excessive play in the Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint. The immediate rectification and subsequent pass indicate the front suspension defects were addressed promptly, though the recurrence of ball joint wear within a single test cycle points to a component quality or alignment issue that warrants close monitoring. The maintenance trend is currently stable but fragile, as the underlying wear pattern in the front end has not been fully resolved over multiple test cycles. The vehicle has covered 94,667 miles over roughly 11 years, averaging approximately 8,606 miles per year, which is typical for its age and suggests consistent rather than light use. Mileage accumulation between tests reveals a notable gap between the April 2025 test at 87,114 miles and the April 2026 failure at 94,665 miles, representing 7,551 miles in 12 months. The two most recent tests in April and May 2026 show the odometer barely moved from 94,665 to 94,667 miles, indicating the car has been stationary or used very minimally in the weeks surrounding the MOT retest. No significant gaps or anomalies exist in the overall mileage progression, and the record is complete with no missing annual tests visible in the supplied data. A buyer should focus the in-person inspection on the front suspension and steering components, given the recurring advisories and failures. The Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint showed slight play as early as April 2024 at 79,569 miles, then escalated to an excessively worn condition on both sides by April 2026. This progression suggests the suspension arms and joints have been a persistent weak point, and any replacement parts fitted before the May 2026 pass should be verified for quality and correct installation. Check for uneven tyre wear on the front axle, particularly inner edge wear, which would confirm ongoing tracking or alignment issues linked to the worn track rod end and ball joints flagged in the April 2026 failure. The braking and structural underside deserve attention as well. The 2025 test recorded an Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit, and the 2024 test noted a perishing or cracking Nearside Front Tyre, suggesting tyre maintenance has been inconsistent. Inspect the front brake discs and pads for uneven wear, and examine the undertrays noted as fitted in 2025 to confirm they are not concealing corrosion or fluid leaks. Given the car's age and mileage, a thorough check of the subframe, suspension mounting points, and exhaust system for corrosion is advisable, as these areas commonly deteriorate on higher-mileage vehicles of this age.