2014 Renault Captur 1.5L Diesel · VE64 RVC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a clean MOT on 2025-11-05 at 120,606 miles, with only a minor advisory regarding the offside front upper steering system being slightly rough. This marks a positive trend after a significant failure in October 2024, indicating that critical issues identified then—particularly the dual ball joint wear, fractured coil spring, and severe brake grabbing—have been addressed. The absence of defects in the most recent test suggests effective remedial work, though the persistence of steering-related concerns warrants attention during a physical inspection. The mileage accumulation over the past three years reflects consistent use, averaging approximately 10,000 to 12,000 miles annually. From 82,642 miles in October 2022 to 96,197 miles in September 2023, the vehicle gained roughly 13,555 miles in one year—a normal rate for daily use. The jump from 96,197 miles to 111,922 miles between September 2023 and October 2024 represents an increase of 15,725 miles, which is above average but not excessive for a vehicle of this age. The final 8,684 miles to reach 120,606 miles by November 2025 were covered in just over a year, suggesting continued regular usage without long-term storage or extended idle periods. A buyer should conduct a thorough in-person inspection of the front suspension components, particularly the lower ball joints and coil springs, as both were found excessively worn and fractured in the 2024 failure. The rear brakes exhibited severe grabbing in the same test, indicating potential issues with caliper binding, warped discs, or uneven pad wear—these must be verified. The windscreen wipers and lighting faults from 2024, while resolved in the latest test, highlight a history of electrical and ancillary system neglect; check the integrity of all lamps and wiring harnesses. Additionally, inspect the structural condition around the rear lamp clusters and nearside front suspension area for signs of corrosion or prior repair work, given the severity of the lamp lens and light emission failures.