2017 Jeep Renegade 1.6L Diesel · OU17 WUC

The most recent MOT on 29 April 2026 records a pass after remedial work, yet the same date also shows a failure for several critical items – engine MIL fault, rear brake disc wear, front brake pad thickness below 1.5 mm, driver‑seat adjustment failure and an excessively worn off‑side front anti‑roll bar linkage ball joint. The presence of these defects alongside the pass indicates that while the vehicle met the minimum legal criteria after repair, the underlying trend is worsening, with recurring brake and suspension concerns emerging over the last two years. Mileage has risen from 79,398 mi on 2 May 2024 to 87,606 mi on 30 April 2025, then to 97,304 mi on 29 April 2026. The increments of 8,208 mi and 9,698 mi respectively correspond to roughly 9,000 mi per annum, which aligns with average usage for a nine‑year‑old Jeep Renegade. No abnormal spikes or prolonged gaps appear in the record, suggesting consistent, moderate use rather than periods of neglect or excessive loading. A prospective buyer should verify the condition of the braking system in person, confirming that rear discs have been replaced or resurfaced and that front pads retain at least the statutory 1.5 mm thickness. Inspection of the front anti‑roll bar linkage ball joints for play or wear is essential, as is testing the driver‑seat fore‑and‑aft adjustment mechanism for proper operation. Confirm that the engine management light is extinguished and that no fault codes persist, and conduct a visual check for any corrosion around suspension mounting points that could indicate hidden structural degradation.