2014 Renault Captur 1.5L Diesel · VE64 RVP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy as of its latest MOT test on 2025-11-26 at 78,489 miles, but the maintenance trend shows gradual deterioration in key suspension and braking components over recent years. The most recent test flagged several advisories—including severely deteriorated dust covers on the nearside front anti-roll bar linkage, binding and lazy nearside rear brakes, and defective windscreen wiper blades—none of which caused failure, yet indicate accelerating wear or deferred maintenance. Notably, the nearside front outer drive shaft joint boot had failed by the November 2023 test, leading to a failure, though it was not retested until the 2025 test where no further issues were recorded on that component, suggesting it was replaced. Mileage accumulation is consistent with light-to-moderate annual use: from 66,929 miles in November 2022 to 78,489 miles in November 2025, the car added just under 11,600 miles over three years—averaging roughly 3,870 miles per year—indicating relatively low annual usage. There were no MOT tests between November 2022 and November 2023, and again between November 2023 and November 2024, meaning the car went two full years without formal inspection during that period, increasing the risk of undetected degradation in worn parts. A buyer should closely inspect the anti-roll bar linkage bushes and ball joints on both front corners, especially given the repeated advisories on slight play and dust cover failure; these components are prone to accelerated wear if not regularly greased or replaced. The nearside rear brake system warrants attention—binding and lazy operation often point to sticking calipers, worn guides, or seized handbrake cables, and should be checked for corrosion or improper reassembly after prior work. The drive shaft joint, though not flagged again after 2023, should be verified for boot integrity and joint play, as failure here can lead to premature CV joint wear. Finally, the windscreen wiper blades have failed twice in succession, suggesting either poor-quality replacements or neglect of routine consumables—check overall wiper arm function and blade condition, and ensure the driver’s visibility systems are fully operational.