2017 Renault Megane 1.6L Diesel · HK17 VNP

The most recent MOT on 16 June 2026 was passed, but it carried several advisories – a minor oil leak, front tyre tread approaching the legal limit, slight play in the off‑side rear wheel bearing and a non‑functioning rear registration lamp. Over the previous five years the pattern shows a gradual accumulation of tyre‑related advisories and the first appearance of brake‑disc wear in 2023, suggesting that while the vehicle has remained road‑legal, the condition of wear items is beginning to deteriorate rather than improve. At 95 626 miles the Megane averages just over 10 600 miles per annum, which is within the normal UK usage envelope for a nine‑year‑old family hatchback. There are no large mileage gaps that would indicate prolonged periods of inactivity, so the wear observed is consistent with steady, moderate use rather than the accelerated degradation seen on high‑kilometre examples. Prospective buyers should give the tyres immediate attention. The front tyres have been flagged for edge wear for three consecutive years and the off‑side front tyre was noted as cracked or perishing in 2024; the rear tyres also show early signs of cracking. Measure tread depth on all four wheels – anything below 3 mm is approaching the legal minimum and sidewall cracking indicates the rubber is ageing and may fail suddenly, especially in wet conditions. Replace any tyre that is close to the limit or shows perishing, and inspect the wheel rims for damage that could have contributed to the tyre wear. The slight play noted in the off‑side rear bearing should be checked by feeling for looseness when the wheel is rocked and listening for a low‑frequency growl at speed; excessive play can lead to premature hub or axle wear and should be corrected before it progresses to a full bearing failure. The oil leak advisory, although not excessive, warrants locating the source – a valve‑cover gasket or oil filter housing are common culprits on this model – and ensuring the oil level is regularly topped up and the engine does not develop low‑oil warnings. The brake‑disc advisory from 2023 suggests the discs are beginning to pit; a visual inspection for deep scoring and a test‑drive brake feel for pulsation or shudder will indicate whether resurfacing or replacement is required. Replace the faulty rear registration lamp and verify that all other lights function correctly. Given the vehicle’s age, also check the 12 V battery for cranking performance, inspect the suspension bushes and shock absorbers for any looseness or leakage, and confirm that coolant, brake and power‑steering fluids have been changed within the recommended intervals, as time‑based degradation can occur even on modest mileage.