2014 Renault Captur 1.5L Diesel · RO14 MHE

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on a history of clean passes in recent years. The most recent test on 11 September 2021 at 43,897 miles resulted in no defects or advisories, indicating that the car was in good mechanical condition at its last recorded inspection. Since the single failure in April 2019, the vehicle has consistently met the required standards without any indication of recurring mechanical degradation or structural corrosion. The mileage pattern is notably low for a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,658 miles per annum. There is a significant gap in usage between the May 2019 test at 26,901 miles and the September 2020 test at 38,226 miles, where the car covered 11,325 miles in just sixteen months, followed by only 5,671 miles covered over the subsequent two years. This low annual mileage suggests minimal wear on the drivetrain and suspension, though it also increases the risk of component-related issues caused by long periods of inactivity. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components that suffer from age rather than high-mileage wear. While the record shows no mechanical failures, the low usage means that rubber components like suspension bushes, tyres, and engine seals may perish or show cracking. Inspect the brake discs for surface rust or pitting, which is common on vehicles that sit for extended periods. Given that the last MOT was recorded nearly five years ago, the vehicle is currently overdue for a road test, and a fresh inspection is mandatory to verify that structural integrity and safety systems have not declined since 2021.