2016 Jeep Renegade 1.6L Diesel · RF16 MME

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a recurring degradation in steering and suspension components. While the most recent test in March 2026 at 55,080 miles passed, it returned with advisories for the offside track rod end ball joint and damaged dust covers. This follows a failure in March 2025 where the offside front track rod end had excessive play and play was detected in the steering rack inner joints. The progression from a mechanical failure to a minor advisory suggests the steering system was addressed but remains an area requiring proactive monitoring. The mileage profile is notably low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,500 miles per year. This low usage is evident in the steady jump from 44,271 miles in February 2023 to 55,080 miles in March 2026. However, low mileage often correlates with the aging of rubber-based components. The record confirms this through repeated advisories regarding perishing and cracking rear tyres in both 2023 and 2024, despite the low annual mileage. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front steering assembly to ensure the steering rack inner joints and track rod ends were properly replaced. The braking system also requires attention as records from 2023 and 2024 consistently flagged pitted or scored discs and thin pads reaching the limit. Given the history of tyre perishing, the current tyres should be checked for sidewall cracking and age-related hardening, as low mileage often sees rubber degrade before tread depth reaches legal limits.