2017 Renault Captur 0.9L Petrol · SD67 KUU

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding mechanical and suspension components. While the most recent test in August 2025 at 44,367 miles passed, it revealed three distinct issues that indicate deferred preventative maintenance. Specifically, the offside front suspension arm ball joint was flagged with slight play in both the 2024 and 2025 tests, showing a failure to address a recurring suspension fault over two consecutive years. The mileage profile is notably low for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,930 miles per year. This low usage suggests light annual travel, but it correlates with the specific defects observed in the record. Between August 2022 and August 2025, the car covered only 6,277 miles, yet the tester recorded corroded front discs and a binding rear brake caliper. Low mileage over short distances often leads to surface oxidation on braking components and seized caliper pins, which is common in vehicles that sit for long periods or perform primarily urban trips. A buyer must prioritize a physical inspection of the offside front suspension to ensure the ball joint has been replaced, as the persistent play indicates a neglected component. The August 2025 advisory regarding the binding offside rear service brake requires a check for a sticking piston or seized slider to prevent premature pad wear. Additionally, the front tyres were at the 2mm legal limit with uneven wear, suggesting they require immediate replacement and a wheel alignment check to determine the cause of the edge wear.