2016 Jeep Renegade 2.0L Diesel · OV16 GZD

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 11 February 2026 at 101,407 miles, but this followed a failure on the same day for a tyre pressure monitoring system fault, a non-working offside front position lamp, and a front suspension knock. The persistence of a suspension knock, previously flagged as an excessively worn near-side front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint in the failed test of August 2023, indicates an unresolved issue. This represents a worsening trend for the suspension system, where a critical component was identified as defective nearly three years ago and a related symptom remains present. Mileage accumulation appears typical for a 10-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,141 miles annually. The recorded history shows a significant gap between the August 2023 test (85,874 miles) and the next test in February 2025 (94,499 miles), covering 8,625 miles over 19 months. The subsequent year to February 2026 added 6,908 miles. The sparse testing interval between 2023 and 2025 limits visibility on maintenance during that period, though the recurring tyre and brake disc wear noted in 2025 suggests consumable replacement was overdue at that point. A buyer must inspect the front suspension comprehensively, focusing on the anti-roll bar linkage ball joints and any components associated with a knocking noise. All four brake discs should be examined for deep scoring or pitting as they were noted as worn but not weakened in February 2025; their condition at nearly 102,000 miles is a key safety item. Tyres must be checked for uneven edge wear, a pattern seen in both 2023 and 2025. Finally, verify the operation of all exterior lighting and the tyre pressure monitoring system, as these were immediate causes of the latest failure.