2001 Renault Megane 1.4L Petrol · X821 BNU

The 2023‑04‑17 MOT at 89,913 miles recorded a pass, showing the vehicle currently satisfies the basic roadworthiness criteria, yet the history reveals a stable maintenance pattern rather than clear improvement or decline. Recurring advisories on steering rack inner‑joint play, front and rear wheel bearing noise, worn anti‑roll bar bushes and a persistent oil leak have appeared in every test since 2021, indicating consistent but not escalating issues. Mileage has climbed from 64,839 miles in the 2014 test to 89,913 miles in the 2023 test, an increase of 25,074 miles over nine years, equivalent to about 2,800 miles per year, which suggests regular use without long periods of standing. The annual testing interval and steady mileage rise provide a clear, uninterrupted usage record. A buyer should therefore inspect the steering rack inner joint for excessive play, examine the front and rear wheel bearings for roughness or binding, verify the condition of both lower and upper anti‑roll bar bushes, locate the source of the ongoing oil leak, assess the power‑steering hose for seepage or corrosion, check the front brake discs for corrosion and wear, and look for any excessive movement in the front suspension arm ball joint and rear tie‑bar/rod noted in earlier tests. If these components show acceptable wear and no new structural rust is evident, the vehicle can be judged roadworthy; significant repairs to suspension, braking or steering systems will be required to maintain safety and value.