2016 Renault Kadjar 1.5L Diesel · WN16 VUO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a minor shift towards suspension component wear. The most recent test in October 2025 at 81,576 miles identified a slight play in the nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint. This represents a progression from the January 2024 failure, where the same component's dust cover had failed due to dirt ingress. While the vehicle passed its subsequent test, the emergence of mechanical play indicates that the front suspension assembly is beginning to reach its service limit. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical light-use cycles, averaging approximately 8,150 miles per year over its ten-year lifespan. There is a notable cluster of activity in early 2024, where the vehicle covered 4,661 miles between a January failure and a re-test later that month. Since the October 2025 test, the car has covered roughly 5,500 miles in approximately eight months. This steady interval suggests regular use rather than long periods of standing, which generally benefits the overall condition of rubber components and braking systems. A buyer should prioritise a physical inspection of the front suspension to assess the extent of the play in the ball joints. Because the tester has flagged this area twice, it is likely that the entire control arm or ball joint will require replacement soon to prevent further degradation. The history also notes pitting and scoring on both front and rear brake discs from early 2023 at 66,131 miles. The buyer must verify the current thickness and surface condition of these discs to ensure they have not thinned excessively. No structural corrosion or significant emissions failures are recorded, suggesting the primary concerns remain on standard wear-and-tear items.