2019 Renault Captur 0.9L Petrol · SJ69 HRF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy having passed its most recent MOT on 6 October 2025 at 42,073 miles. The maintenance trend appears reactive, as the owner has consistently addressed mechanical failures immediately following the tests. While the vehicle failed its last two inspections, the subsequent passes with no recorded defects indicate that faults are being rectified once identified rather than allowing mechanical issues to persist. At approximately seven years of age with 42,073 miles, the Captur averages roughly 6,000 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage patterns for a smaller hatchback. The record shows consistent annual testing intervals, with 7,654 miles driven between the October 2023 and 2024 tests, and only 3,493 miles between 2024 and 2025. This lower mileage suggests limited wear on drivetrain and engine components, though it can sometimes mask the degradation of rubber components over time. A buyer should specifically inspect the front suspension geometry, as the failure in October 2025 was due to an excessively worn offside front suspension arm ball joint. Although this was rectified to pass the test, a physical check of the ball joints and bushes is necessary to ensure no further play has developed on the opposite side. The 2024 failure regarding the inoperative offside rear parking brake and low efficiency also warrants a test of the parking brake cables and shoes to ensure the mechanism is not seizing or requiring frequent adjustment.