2016 Renault Captur 0.9L Petrol · RJ16 ROU

The vehicle currently maintains a roadworthy status, though the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent test in September 2025 at 101,890 miles passed with only a note regarding new shields being fitted. This follows a clean pass in December 2024, which corrected significant failures recorded just two weeks prior. While the current trend appears stable, the history of major brake failures suggests the owner only addresses critical mechanical issues when forced by an MOT failure. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,000 miles per annum. There is a notable jump in usage between November 2020 (48,854 miles) and December 2021 (96,296 miles), where the car covered nearly 47,000 miles in a single year. Since that period, usage has returned to a more normal level, covering roughly 5,600 miles over the last four years. This sudden high-intensity period likely placed accelerated wear on the drivetrain and suspension components compared to the earlier years of lower. A buyer must scrutinize the braking system during a physical inspection. The November 2024 failure at 94,058 miles showed both service and parking brake efficiencies at below 50 percent, which often indicates seized calipers, leaking wheel cylinders, or severely worn shoes. Given that the brake hydraulic reservoir cap was also missing at that time, a check for evidence of fluid contamination or corrosion around the master cylinder is essential. The October 2022 failure for bald tyres further reinforces a tendency to neglect basic consumables until they reach a legal limit. The suspension also warrants attention given the high-mileage nature of the Renault Captur. Inspect for perished rubber bushes and signs of sagging coil springs, as these components frequently fail around the 100,000-mile mark. The buyer should also check for excessive corrosion on the underbody and exhaust, as the record does not explicitly list structural advisories but the age of the vehicle necessitates a sharp eye for rust in the mounting points.