2016 Renault Captur 1.5L Diesel · NV16 EKA

The 2016 Renault Captur presents a clean and stable maintenance trend. The most recent MOT on 9 August 2025 at 57,983 miles passed with zero defects, mirroring the outcome of the 2023 and 2022 tests. The only blemish in the last five years was a failed wiper blade in August 2024, which was replaced and passed on the same day. This record indicates a vehicle that has been kept in sound mechanical order with no recurring faults, corrosion advisories, or emissions failures. The mileage pattern reinforces a picture of careful, low-frequency use. The car covered just 2,665 miles between August 2024 and August 2025, and only 1,835 miles in the prior twelve months. Over its ten-year life, the total of 57,983 miles averages under 5,800 miles annually. Such light usage typically reduces wear on brake discs, suspension bushes, and the drivetrain, though prolonged sitting can age rubber components like tyres and perishable seals regardless of mileage. A buyer should still inspect the tyres for date codes and sidewall cracking, as low-mileage vehicles often need replacement due to age rather than tread depth. The brake system warrants a close look; discs and pads can surface-corrode if the car sits unused for long spells. Suspension bushes and coil springs may show perishing from age rather than wear, so a bounce test and visual check for cracking are sensible. Underneath, examine the subframe and exhaust for corrosion, particularly around the rear silencer and mounting points. The windscreen wiper linkage and washer jets should be tested, given the 2024 failure, to confirm smooth operation. Overall, the MOT data points to a well-maintained car with no systemic faults, but the low annual mileage means age-related deterioration deserves as much attention as mechanical wear.