2015 Renault Kadjar 1.5L Diesel · SC65 EOF

A clean and unbroken run of four consecutive MOT passes with no advisories or defects recorded represents an unusually tidy roadworthiness record for any eleven-year-old vehicle. The most recent test on 19 May 2025 concluded with a pass and zero entries, matching the outcomes from 2024, 2023, and 2022, all of which returned clean sheets on identical anniversary dates. This consistent pattern at roughly twelve-month intervals suggests the Kadjar has been maintained to a standard that prevents components from deteriorating to the point of test failure, and it removes the usual concern of chasing a specific repair trend through the history. Recorded mileage of 63,525 miles across eleven years equates to an average annual accumulation of around 5,775 miles, which sits firmly in the low-mileage bracket for a vehicle of this age. Such restrained usage places less mechanical demand on the engine, clutch, drivetrain, and braking components than a typical family SUV would endure, and the absence of advisory wear items supports the impression that these systems have seen relatively modest use. The trade-off with low annual mileage, however, is the risk of age-related deterioration in items that degrade through time rather than use, particularly rubber-based components such as suspension bushes, CV joint gaiters, anti-roll bar links, and brake hoses, which can perish or crack regardless of how few miles have been covered. Because the MOT record does not highlight any particular area of concern, a prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on the components most likely to suffer from age rather than mileage on this Kadjar. During a test drive, listen for clonks or knocking from the front suspension over uneven roads, which would indicate worn lower wishbone bushes or drop links, and pay attention to any vagueness or irregular self-centring that could point to worn top mount bearings. Check the rear axle bushes for signs of squat or inconsistent behaviour under load, and inspect all visible rubber boots and gaiters for perishing. On a quiet stretch of road, test for brake pedal sponginess or any pulling to one side, as brake caliper slide pins and flexible hoses on a low-mileage car of this age are prone to seizing from corrosion even when the pads and discs themselves remain serviceable. A thorough under-bonnet inspection is equally worthwhile given the lack of recent advisories, as the MOT visual check does not assess engine oil condition, coolant strength, or the state of ancillary drive belts. Inspect the cam cover, rocker cover, and oil filter housing for any signs of oil misting or weeping that might develop into a leak, and examine the underside for any staining around the sump, turbo oil feed, or EGR cooler pipes. With the Kadjar stationary, ensure the cooling fan cycles correctly and that the coolant reservoir shows no oil contamination. Given the clean test history, the main areas to verify before purchase are the age-sensitive rubber parts, brake hydraulic components, and any emerging oil or coolant seepage, all of which can be confirmed through a careful physical examination and a brief road test.