2011 Renault Megane 1.4L Petrol · AV11 RXM

A period of clean test results between 2016 and 2019 transitioned into a pattern of suspension and braking failures in 2020 and 2021, with the final recorded pass on 18 October 2021. This shift indicates an increase in the failure of wear-and-tear components toward the end of the available data, moving from a stable record to one requiring multiple remedial repairs to achieve roadworthiness. The recorded mileage of 74,184 miles is low for a fifteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,946 miles per year. However, there is a significant gap in the MOT history from October 2021 to September 2026, suggesting the vehicle has been stationary for nearly five years. Such prolonged inactivity often leads to the degradation of rubber components and the seizure of mechanical parts. Specific attention should be directed toward the front steering and suspension linkages, as the record shows previous failures of both the offside front track rod end and the nearside front suspension arm ball joint. On a test drive, listen for knocks or clunks over bumps and feel for any vagueness or play in the steering wheel, which would suggest these components have deteriorated again. The braking system requires a thorough inspection following a dangerous failure for rear brake pad thickness in 2020. Given the extended period of standing, check for binding calipers or a lack of pedal response. Additionally, verify the operation of all rear stop lamps and the windscreen washer system, as these were recurring defects in the most recent testing cycle.