2020 Renault Captur 0.9L Petrol · WJ20 CYA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the most recent inspection indicates a slight decline in proactive maintenance. During the test on 27 February 2026 at 16,219 miles, the car failed initially due to an ineffective windscreen wiper and a damaged offside front tyre. While the vehicle passed upon immediate re-test, the transition from clean records in the previous years to a failure suggests the owner is only addressing faults once they reach a critical point during annual inspection. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a six-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,700 miles per annum. Between February 2023 and March 2024, the car covered 3,865 miles, followed by another 2,658 miles in the following year, and 3,357 miles in the interval leading to the February 2026 test. This low usage suggests the car likely sits stationary for long periods, which can lead to flat-spotting, seized brake calipers, and degraded rubber components despite the low mechanical wear. A buyer should perform a physical inspection of the offside front suspension, as the 2026 failure noted both sidewall damage and uneven wear, which often indicates an alignment issue or a worn ball joint. Given the low mileage, check the brake discs for surface pitting or corrosion that occurs when vehicles are not used frequently. The wiper blades and surrounding rubber seals should be examined for cracking, as the recent failure confirms these consumables have been neglected until they impacted visibility.