RENAULT MEGANE1997 · 1.6L PETROL

The vehicle's roadworthiness is currently indeterminate due to a complete lack of testing data for the past seventeen years. While the last recorded test in November 2009 at 57,537 miles showed a pass following an initial failure for an offside front coil spring and a rough offside rear wheel bearing, the absence of subsequent MOT records is a significant risk. Given that the current date is June 2026, there is no documented evidence to confirm the current mechanical integrity or safety of the vehicle in a modern context. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 29-year-old vehicle, averaging under 2,000 miles per year. The data suggests the car was either used sparingly or remained in storage for extended periods. Between the tests in 2006 and 2009, the vehicle covered approximately 17,579 miles, maintaining a consistent low-usage pattern. However, the seventeen-year gap since the last recorded entry of 57,537 miles indicates that rubber components, seals, and fluids have likely degraded due to age and stagnation rather than mechanical wear from mileage. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection focusing on components prone to age-related failure. The tester should check for structural corrosion on the sills and wheel arches, which are common in this era of Renault after long sitting. The previous history of wheel bearing and coil spring issues necessitates a close look at the suspension geometry and braking assembly for excessive play, perished perished, or seized brake calipers. Given the low mileage, the tyres likely exhibit deep sidew cracking regardless of remaining tread depth, requiring immediate replacement for road safety.