2018 Jeep Renegade Longitude Auto 1.3L Petrol · RF68 VZP

The most recent DVSA MOT test for this 2018 Jeep Renegade Longitude Automatic was conducted on 30 April 2025, resulting in a clean pass with no defects, advisories, or minor issues recorded against the vehicle. The two prior tests, on 9 May 2024 and 21 December 2022, also passed without any recorded advisories. Across the available MOT records, there are no recurring failure points, no advisories relating to suspension components, braking performance, exhaust emissions, corrosion, or structural integrity, and no patterns suggesting deterioration between tests. While the absence of advisories is generally favourable, the relatively wide gaps between tests and the consistent mileage intervals mean that components which typically receive advisory attention on a Jeep Renegade of this age, such as rear suspension bushes, front brake disc wear, and exhaust mounting rubbers, may simply not have reached the advisory threshold yet, or may not have been flagged in earlier tests. Overall, the trend is stable, though this is a sparsely populated MOT history rather than a comprehensive record of the vehicle's mechanical condition. The recorded mileage of 40,161 miles across approximately eight years equates to an annual average of around 5,020 miles per year, which is notably low for a vehicle of this age and well below the typical 7,000 to 10,000 miles covered annually by average UK drivers. There is a gap in MOT testing history between December 2022 and May 2024 of roughly seventeen months, during which the vehicle accumulated approximately 7,000 miles, and a further gap from May 2024 to April 2025 covering a similar mileage band. Such low annual usage can be advantageous in terms of limiting wear on high-mileage components such as the clutch, dual-clutch dry elements, or automatic transmission internals, but it also introduces risks associated with vehicles that may have been left standing for extended periods. Low-mileage vehicles frequently suffer from seized or binding brake calipers, surface corrosion on brake discs, premature tyre sidewall perishing, and 12V battery degradation from infrequent use. Given the clean MOT history and the low annual mileage profile, a prospective buyer should prioritise physical and functional inspections rather than relying on the MOT outcome alone. Start with the tyres, examining all four sidewalls closely for cracking, perishing, or crazing typical of age-related rubber degradation, even if the tread depth remains legal, as tyres older than six years should be replaced regardless of wear. Inspect the brake discs for any significant lipping, scoring, or visible surface rust that may have progressed beyond cosmetic levels, particularly if the vehicle has been stored outdoors. Check that the brake caliper sliders move freely and that the handbrake mechanism does not feel seized, as these are common sticking points on low-mileage Renegades. Listen carefully on a test drive for any clonking or knocking from the front suspension, particularly over speed humps and uneven surfaces, as the Renegade is known for early wear on front lower control arm bushes and anti-roll bar drop links. Additional checks should include verifying the full service history with documentary evidence, including stamp or digital records confirming that engine oil and filter, brake fluid, coolant, and the automatic transmission fluid have been replaced on a calendar-based schedule regardless of the low mileage, as time-based fluid degradation can cause internal corrosion, clutch judder in the DCT variant, and reduced braking performance due to moisture absorption in old brake fluid. Confirm the age and condition of the 12V battery, as batteries older than five years often fail without warning and are frequently overlooked on lightly used vehicles. Inspect the exhaust system for corrosion at mounting points and the rear silencer, and check the underbody for any signs of surface corrosion on subframes or brake lines, particularly given that the Renegade uses a torsion-beam rear suspension susceptible to bush degradation. Finally, ensure all warning lamps illuminate and extinguish correctly on ignition, that the infotainment and climate control systems function as expected, and that the automatic transmission engages smoothly through all gears without hesitation or shunt, as any irregularity here on a low-mileage DCT-equipped Renegade could indicate upcoming significant repair cost.