2022 Renault ZOE Business+ Rapid Chrge EV50 Electricity · RO22 GVV

A pattern of front-tyre perishing on a near-new vehicle is the defining mechanical observation in this Zoe's short MOT history, recurring across both recorded tests and providing the only meaningful advisory thread. The most recent assessment on 23 March 2026 returned a clean pass with no advisories other than nearside and offside front tyres showing slight damage, cracking or perishing, mirroring the same dual front-tyre advisory issued at the previous pass on 19 March 2025. There are no recorded failures, no structural corrosion advisories, no suspension or steering defects, and no lighting or emissions issues, which presents a generally reassuring structural and safety baseline. However, the persistence of identical sidewall condition advisories on the same axle over consecutive tests suggests the tyres in question have either not been replaced since first flagged or are degrading at an unusually accelerated rate given the vehicle's age and mileage, and this warrants direct scrutiny during any inspection. Recorded mileage of 12,185 miles against an age of approximately four years equates to an annual accumulation of around 3,046 miles, which is notably low for the vehicle's age bracket. There are no unusual gaps in the MOT record beyond the standard annual interval, and mileage progression between the two tests is consistent with light, steady use rather than any abrupt changes in driving pattern. Mechanically, this low-mileage profile reduces wear on conventional consumables such as brake friction material, drive components and underbody metalwork, but it does mean prolonged periods of standing are likely, which can affect specific items even on an EV platform. The single brake-related advisory from 2025, noting the nearside rear brake binding but not excessively, is the only evidence of mechanical wear on the braking system and is consistent with light, infrequent use leading to corrosion or sticking of the rear caliper sliding mechanism rather than pad wear. For a prospective buyer, the priority inspection items are the front tyres themselves, as the repeated perishing advisories indicate either ageing compound from standing in UV-exposed conditions or sidewall damage that has not been addressed. On a physical inspection, both front tyres should be examined closely for visible cracking in the sidewall grooves and tread blocks, and any tyres still in service should have ample remaining tread depth to justify continued use; if the original fitment remains, replacement should be budgeted for irrespective of tread. On a test drive, listen for any pulling under braking which might suggest a sticking caliper or uneven pad contact, particularly given the 2025 advisory on the nearside rear brake; a slight judder or reluctance to release could indicate the binding has progressed, and a low-speed stop followed by gentle acceleration should confirm the rear caliper releases cleanly without any residual drag. The absence of any subframe, brake pipe, suspension bush or anti-roll bar advisories across both tests is reassuring, but as the car is nearing four years old and may have been parked for extended stretches, a thorough check of the underbody for any surface corrosion, particularly around the rear axle and exposed suspension arms, would be prudent alongside a general inspection of the high-voltage charging equipment and 12V auxiliary battery health given the low usage profile.