RENAULT MEGANE2020 · 1.5L DIESEL

The most recent MOT was on 2026-03-13 at 73,620 miles — just three months ago — and it passed with no defects recorded. Tyres and brake discs show a clear recurring pattern: front tyres worn close to the legal limit in March 2025, and both front and rear brake discs flagged for wear or scoring in 2024 and 2023. The 2023 failure also included front tyre wear and brake disc issues — suggesting these components have been under sustained stress for at least three years. The trend is stabilising — not worsening — but only because recent maintenance appears to have addressed the immediate concerns. The 2025 tyre warnings were not repeated in 2026, and no brake defects appeared in the latest test. However, this likely reflects replacement rather than resolution of underlying causes (e.g., alignment, suspension wear, or driving style). At 73,620 miles over six years, the car averages 12,270 miles per year — above average for a UK private vehicle, but not extreme. This suggests consistent use rather than long periods of inactivity, which reduces risks like seized calipers or dry rubber. However, higher annual mileage does accelerate wear on tyres, brakes, suspension bushes, and drivetrain components — especially if service history is incomplete or inconsistent. The 2023 failure included an engine MIL fault and TPMS malfunction — both resolved by 2024, with no recurrence since.