2017 Renault Captur 0.9L Petrol · NJ67 XHH

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the MOT record reveals a clear pattern of instability rather than a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 2025-12-11 at 64,213 miles passed without defects, indicating that the vehicle has maintained structural integrity and no critical mechanical issues at the time. However, the history of failure on 2025-09-10 and 2024-09-09 demonstrates that the brake system has suffered from excessive binding, which is a serious mechanical risk that requires immediate attention. This suggests that the vehicle has not undergone adequate basic upkeep since the last MOT, leading to a gradual deterioration of the braking system. The mileage accumulation is significant and uneven, reflecting a lack of consistent maintenance. The vehicle has accumulated over 9 years of recorded mileage, averaging approximately 7,135 miles annually. While the first two tests were passed at lower mileage figures, the rapid growth in miles since the 2025-09-10 failure suggests a period of accelerated wear or neglect. The gaps between tests are substantial, particularly from September 2025 to September 2024, where the vehicle was tested at 54,616 miles with no recorded faults, yet the first failure occurred at 61,770 miles. This pattern indicates that the vehicle has been driven for a long time and has not been serviced in a way that prevents wear, even though the initial tests were clean. Given the recurring faults, particularly the binding brakes and worn tyres, the buyer should inspect the vehicle in person to assess the condition of the suspension, wheel bearings, and brake pads. The binding condition on the rear brake is a critical finding that indicates potential issues requiring immediate professional diagnosis. While the front tyres are currently within legal limits, the fact that they have been worn near the edge suggests that basic upkeep may have been skipped, leading to accelerated tyre wear. Structural integrity must be confirmed, as the nail in the tyre and pitted brake discs raise concerns about the vehicle's ability to operate safely under load. The buyer must verify whether these issues have resolved themselves or if they represent an ongoing trend of wear that could compromise the car's roadworthiness.