2014 Renault Captur 1.5L Diesel · RV64 JBE

The 2014 Renault Captur presents a stable and generally improving mechanical picture at its most recent MOT on 3 July 2025, where it passed at 60,330 miles with only a minor advisory for a slightly damaged or perishing offside rear tyre. This clean bill of health follows a notably poor test on 26 June 2023 at 43,941 miles, which flagged multiple tyre defects, a chafed brake hose, and worn front brake discs and pads. The subsequent pass on 29 June 2023, just three days later at 43,945 miles, indicates those specific items were promptly rectified. The record since then shows no further defects, suggesting the previous owner addressed the flagged issues and has maintained the vehicle in a reasonable state. The mileage accumulation is low for a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 5,028 miles per year. The record shows a clear gap between the August 2022 test at 42,127 miles and the June 2023 test at 43,941 miles, a span of ten months yielding only 1,814 miles. This points to either very light use or a period of limited activity. The jump from 52,152 miles in June 2024 to 60,330 miles by July 2025 represents a sharper increase of 8,178 miles in just over a year, indicating a noticeable uptick in usage recently. The MOT history itself is sparse, with only five tests recorded over the past four years, which limits the depth of long-term trend analysis. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the tyres and braking components, as these have been the primary source of recurring advisories and failures. The June 2023 failure highlighted worn front brake discs and pads alongside a chafed offside front brake hose, so checking the condition of the entire braking system, including hoses for deterioration and calipers for binding or uneven wear, is essential. Tyre condition demands close scrutiny given the repeated mentions of cracking, perishing, and wear across multiple tests, particularly on the nearside rear and offside rear positions. The 2022 test also flagged a severely deteriorated nearside front CV boot, which, while it passed in 2023, warrants inspection for any fresh grease leakage or play in the joint. Given the low annual mileage and potential for long periods of standing, suspension bushes and coil springs should be examined for perishing or corrosion, and the exhaust system checked for condition, as short trips can accelerate moisture-related corrosion.