2016 Renault Captur 0.9L Petrol · NX16 PVT

The most recent MOT on 2025-07-25 recorded two instances of nearside and offside rear tyres showing slight damage, cracking, or perishing. These same issues were noted in the 2024 MOT, indicating a recurring concern with tyre condition. No other defects were recorded in this test, and the vehicle passed. The tyres’ deterioration suggests potential exposure to environmental factors, road conditions, or insufficient maintenance, but no immediate safety risk was flagged. The 2023 MOT included a note about plastic undertrays being fitted, which may indicate a repair or modification. Earlier entries show a 2022 issue with slight play in the offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint and a 2021 coolant leak from the thermostat housing. These were resolved in subsequent tests, but the recurrence of tyre-related defects highlights a pattern of minor, ongoing wear rather than systemic failure. The vehicle’s mileage of 67,517 miles over 10 years equates to roughly 6,752 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for its age. This suggests neither excessive wear nor prolonged inactivity, though the average figure masks potential variations. The tyre issues, however, imply that the vehicle may have experienced conditions conducive to rubber degradation, such as frequent exposure to heat, UV light, or rough roads.