1996 RENAULT MEGANE1.6L Petrol

The vehicle remains in a roadworthy condition with a stable maintenance history over the last three years. The most recent test in December 2025 at 18,470 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, following a brief failure in November 2025 at just five miles prior. This isolated failure without listed mechanical faults in the record suggests a likely administrative error or a minor non-mechanical sensor issue that was rectified immediately before the re-test. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a thirty-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 616 miles per year. Between November 2022 and December 2025, the car covered only 272 miles, moving from 18,198 to 18,470 miles. This minimal usage indicates the car has spent significant periods of time stationary in storage. While this reduces wear on mechanical components like the engine and gearbox, it increases risks associated with age-related degradation and fluid breakdown that MOT tests cannot fully capture. A buyer must prioritise a physical inspection of the structural integrity and chassis and sills, as older Renault Meganes are prone to hidden corrosion regardless of mileage. You should check for perished rubber components, specifically split suspension bushes and perished brake hoses, which degrade from age rather than use. The extremely low mileage also necessitates verifying that the brake calipers are not seized and that the tyres are not showing significant sidewall cracking, as the tread depth likely remains deep despite the rubber being out out.