2015 Renault Captur 0.9L Petrol · SM65 BYD

The vehicle currently maintains a roadworthy status with a stable maintenance trend following a period of inconsistency. The most recent test in September 2025 at 31,377 miles passed with no defects recorded, indicating that the owner addressed previous mechanical and safety concerns effectively. While the car suffered a failure in 2024, the return to a clean test sheet suggests that the primary components are currently functioning within DVSA operating parameters. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,852 miles per year. The data shows consistent low-usage patterns, moving from 12,339 miles in 2018 to just 31,377 miles by late 2025. This low mileage typically implies less wear on the drivetrain and engine-related components. However, the long periods of inactivity associated with such low annual can lead to the degradation of rubber components, seals, and potential seizing of brake calipers which are not always captured by mileage figures alone. A buyer should specifically inspect the braking system, as the nearside parking brake was inoperative during the 2024 failure at 29,102 miles. Although this was rectified, low-mileage vehicles often suffer from seized brake mechanisms or corroded discs due to lack of regular use. The recurring failures for low tyre tread depth in both 2020 and 2024 suggest a history of neglecting basic consumable maintenance until a test forced action. A physical check of the tyre sidewalls for cracking and the suspension bushes is essential to ensure the rubber has not perished from age despite the low tread wear.