2016 Jeep Renegade 1.4L Petrol · RX16 XUS

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, though the MOT history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than proactive maintenance. The most recent test on 21 October 2025 at 62,126 miles resulted in a pass, but the tester flagged a damaged offside track rod end ball joint dust cover. While this specific defect was noted as not yet allowing dirt ingress, it indicates the beginning of wear in the steering linkage that will require attention to prevent future failure. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 6,200 miles per year. The records show steady progression from 39,886 miles in February 2020 to the current 62,126 miles in October 2025. There are no significant gaps in testing or unexplained surges in mileage, suggesting regular, predictable usage. The data indicates the vehicle has not been subject to long periods of inactivity, which helps mitigate certain types of age-related deterioration. A buyer should focus physical inspections on the braking system and tyre management. The record shows recurring issues with brake components, specifically pitted or scored discs noted in February 2020 and again in October 2024 at 59,266 miles. This suggests the discs may be reaching the end of their service life or are being subjected to heavy use. The 2024 advisory regarding a nearside front tyre worn close to the legal limit, combined with the significant failure in February 2020 involving multiple bald and exposed cord tyres, points to a tendency for the previous owner to delay tyre replacements until they reach a critical safety threshold. Suspension and steering components warrant a close look during a viewing. The recent track rod end advisory in 2025 suggests that other steering or suspension bushes may be nearing the end of their functional life. While the 2021 test noted an oil leak that was not excessive, a technician should verify that this leak has not worsened or impacted other drivetrain components over the subsequent four years.