2016 Jeep Renegade 1.6L Diesel · YP16 CSX

The Jeep Renegade presents a mixed but ultimately stable roadworthiness profile in its most recent MOT history, with the February 2026 test at 77,180 miles showing no defects—a positive indicator of current compliance. However, the pattern of tyre-related advisories in the preceding three tests (October 2025, October 2024, and August 2022) suggests inconsistent maintenance, particularly around tyre upkeep. The October 2025 test highlighted near-side rear tyre cracking and a superficial cut on the offside rear, while the October 2024 entry revealed all four tyres worn close to legal limits and unevenly across the tread. These recurring advisories—despite passing tests—imply that previous owners either delayed replacements or failed to monitor tread depth and damage systematically. The absence of any major advisories or failures in structural, suspension, or braking components in recent years is reassuring, though the tyre history alone raises questions about whether routine checks were prioritised. Mileage accumulation aligns closely with typical expectations for a vehicle of this age, averaging around 7,700 miles per year over its 10-year lifespan. The gaps between tests are irregular but not extreme: the largest interval is between the August 2022 (44,333 miles) and September 2023 (55,940 miles) tests, suggesting a near two-year period where the vehicle may have seen lighter use or been stored intermittently. The jump from 55,940 miles in 2023 to 68,772 miles in 2024 indicates a return to more regular use, though the subsequent mileage increments remain steady. The most recent 945-mile increase between October 2025 and February 2026 reflects typical short-term usage, with no red flags for rapid wear or neglect. For a prospective buyer, the primary focus should be on tyre condition and replacement history, given the repeated advisories across multiple tests. All four tyres should be inspected for uneven wear, cracking, or bulging—signs of age-related degradation or improper inflation. The front tyres, in particular, were flagged for edge wear in 2024, which can indicate alignment issues or aggressive driving habits. Beyond tyres, a thorough check of the suspension components—such as bushings, coil springs, and ball joints—is advisable, as these were never mentioned in the MOT records but could now be due for wear given the vehicle’s age and mileage. The absence of brake-related advisories in recent tests is positive, but a brake fluid flush and inspection of caliper condition should still be considered, especially if the vehicle has been driven regularly. Structural integrity, including wheel arches and underbody corrosion, should also be examined, as the MOT records provide no evidence of rust-related failures to date.