2016 Renault Captur 1.5L Diesel · SB66 VDF

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile following a successful MOT on 4 December 2025 at 51,030 miles. This latest pass followed an immediate failure at 51,027 miles due to the offside front tyre tread falling below the 1.6mm legal limit. While the vehicle is currently compliant, the history shows a recurring pattern of tyre-related failures and advisories, suggesting that maintenance tends to be reactive rather than proactive. The vehicle has covered 51,030 miles over approximately ten years, averaging roughly 5,100 miles per year. This represents low annual usage, which typically reduces wear on drivetrain components and engine internals. However, the mileage intervals between tests show significant jumps. The vehicle covered 16,803 miles between November 2023 and November 2024, then another 15,983 miles in the following year. These increments are consistent with the low-mileage profile, though the long periods between recorded service intervals might imply the vehicle spends significant time stationary. A prospective buyer should focus on the condition of the rubber components. The MOT record shows a consistent trend of tyre issues, including tread depth failures in 2023 and 2025, and cracking or perishing on the rear tyres noted in November 2024. This pattern suggests the tyres may be ageing due to time rather than just mileage, which can lead to sidewall degradation. I recommend a thorough inspection of all four tyres for age-related cracking and uneven wear patterns. Beyond the tyres, the lack of recorded failures on suspension, brakes, or structural integrity is a positive indicator. Because the vehicle is low mileage and has experienced periods of potentially low usage, an inspection of the battery health and the condition of various rubber bushes and seals is advisable to ensure that long periods of standing have not caused secondary deterioration.