2017 Jeep Renegade 1.4L Petrol · OU17 WUE

The 2017 Jeep Renegade presents a stable and largely positive maintenance trend, with the most recent MOT test conducted on 25 March 2026 passing at 35,931 miles. However, the latest test did flag three tyre-related advisories, indicating a minor but notable shift from the clean records of previous years. The vehicle passed its tests in 2022, 2023, and 2024 without any defects recorded, suggesting consistent basic upkeep during that period. The 2025 test at 30,989 miles introduced a single advisory for the offside rear tyre, and the 2026 test added two further advisories covering both front tyres, including a nail in the nearside front outer sidewall. This pattern suggests tyre condition has become a recurring concern in the most recent two tests, warranting closer attention. The mileage profile is notably low for a vehicle approaching nine years of age, averaging approximately 3,992 miles per year. The recorded intervals show steady but modest accumulation: 20,096 miles in April 2022, 24,149 in March 2023, 27,377 in March 2024, 30,989 in March 2025, and 35,931 in March 2026. Each annual increment sits between roughly 3,200 and 4,900 miles, with no sudden spikes or suspicious gaps that would suggest odometer tampering or prolonged inactivity. The consistent yearly progression supports the view of regular but light use, which generally favours reduced wear on mechanical components, though it does not eliminate the need for thorough inspection. A buyer should prioritise a close physical inspection of all four tyres, paying particular attention to sidewall integrity, cracking, and perishing, given the repeated advisories across the last two MOT cycles. The presence of a nail in the nearside front sidewall is especially significant, as sidewall damage typically necessitates tyre replacement rather than repair and may indicate the vehicle has been driven on a deflated or compromised tyre. Beyond the tyres, the low annual mileage and age combination means rubber suspension bushes, brake seals, and exhaust components should be checked for deterioration caused by age and infrequent use rather than wear alone. Brake discs and pads should be examined for surface corrosion, which can develop on lightly used vehicles during extended standing periods. The overall MOT record is reassuring, with four consecutive clean passes from 2022 through 2024 and no structural or mechanical defects flagged at any point. The tyre advisories in 2025 and 2026 are consumable items rather than indicators of deeper mechanical failure, but their recurrence does suggest the current or most recent keeper may have deferred basic tyre maintenance. A pre-purchase inspection should verify whether the flagged tyres have been replaced since March 2026 and confirm the general condition of the vehicle's underside, steering, and suspension components before commitment.