2018 Renault Kadjar 1.5L Diesel · YM67 BYD

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive repairs rather than preventative care. The most recent test on December 1 2025 at 90,466 miles identified mechanical wear including play in the offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint and an offside rear tyre reaching the legal limit. This follows a period of clean records in 2023, indicating that components are now reaching the end of their service life as mileage climbs. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical UK-road use, averaging approximately 11,300 miles per year over the eight-year period. There is a significant increase in usage between December 2023 (53,818 miles) and November 2024 (72,204 miles), covering nearly 19,000 miles in a single year. This rapid accumulation correlates with the appearance of brake-related defects and suspension issues in subsequent tests, suggesting the vehicle has been subjected to higher operational stress recently than its earlier years. A buyer should conduct a thorough inspection of the braking system, as the November 2024 test flagged pitted and scored discs on both rear wheels alongside thin pads. While these were not failures at the time, the progression of surface wear suggests the rear assembly may be due for full replacement soon. The offside front anti-roll bar linkage noted in the 2025 test requires immediate attention to prevent audible knocks or handling instability. Given the previous history of perishing tyres and uneven wear, the current condition of all four tyres should be checked for uneven wear patterns that indicate alignment issues.