2021 Jeep Renegade Longitude 4XE Auto 1.3L Hybrid electric (clean) · WT21 KLL

Tyre wear is the defining mechanical story of this Jeep Renegade's record: the June 2026 test passed but flagged three of the four tyres, offside front, nearside rear and offside rear, as worn close to the legal limit and worn on the edge. That pattern of edge wear across multiple corners is worth attention, as it can point to incorrect tyre pressures over a sustained period, wheel alignment drift, or wear in suspension components that allow the geometry to move under load. The broader trend is otherwise reassuring, with three consecutive passes and no failures recorded: the 2025 test was entirely clean, and the 2024 test carried only a note that undertrays obscured some testable items, which is a limitation of inspection access rather than a defect. The record is therefore relatively clean, with the tyre advisories being the only substantive point a buyer needs to act on. At 32,669 miles over roughly five years, the car has averaged about 6,534 miles per year, which is typical for its age and suggests regular, moderate use rather than prolonged standing or unusually heavy accumulation. The annual test dates fall consistently in June, with no gaps in the recorded history, so there is no evidence of extended off-road periods. This usage profile means consumables such as tyres, brakes and suspension bushes will have worn broadly in line with expectations, and the plug-in hybrid drivetrain will have seen a normal mix of electric and petrol running. There is nothing in the mileage pattern to suggest hidden stress or neglect. The immediate priority for a buyer is the tyres themselves. Three tyres close to the legal limit means replacement is imminent and should be factored into the purchase price; check the remaining tread depth across the full width of each tyre, not just the centre, since the advisories specifically noted edge wear. On a test drive, assess whether the car tracks straight on a level road with the steering wheel centred, and note any pull to one side, which would support the possibility of misalignment. Listen for knocking or rumbling over uneven surfaces that could indicate worn suspension bushes or drop links contributing to the uneven wear, and feel for vibration through the steering wheel at motorway speeds that might suggest wheel balance or geometry issues. Given the edge-wear pattern, it would be prudent to have a four-wheel alignment check carried out after fitting new tyres, and to ask whether any alignment work has already been done. The 2024 note about undertrays obscuring testable items is minor, but it means some components beneath the car were not fully visible to the tester that year, so a visual inspection underneath for corrosion, fluid leaks or damage to brake pipes and suspension arms is sensible if the opportunity arises. Overall, the record shows a car passing consistently with one actionable wear item, and the purchase decision should hinge on the cost of tyres and confirmation that the underlying cause of the uneven wear is addressed.