2019 Renault Megane 1.5L Diesel · AV69 EWD

The January 2026 MOT at 117,309 miles resulted in a pass, showing that the vehicle cleared the previous failures recorded on 17 January 2026. The sequence of a failure followed by a successful retest indicates an improving maintenance trend, as the suspension arm ball joint and tyre edge wear were corrected before the latest test, while earlier passes in 2025 and 2024 demonstrate a history of regular compliance after remedial work. At 117,309 miles the vehicle has accumulated roughly 16,758 miles per year since its 2019 registration, a rate that exceeds typical usage for a seven‑year‑old car and suggests heavy reliance on consumables and mechanical components. Mileage jumps from 104,135 miles in November 2022 to 106,055 miles by 31 January 2024 represent an increase of 1,920 miles in just over two months, indicating rapid usage during that period, while the interval to the 23 January 2025 test added only 421 miles, reflecting a more moderate pace thereafter. A buyer should therefore inspect the front suspension arm ball joint for excessive play, examine the condition of the suspension bushes and coil springs, and verify that the front and rear brake discs show no serious weakening beyond the documented pitting and scoring, while also checking for binding calipers and ensuring the exhaust system meets emission standards. The presence of undertrays fitted and repeated tyre edge wear points to potential corrosion on structural components that merit close visual examination. Further inspection must include a thorough assessment of tyre tread depth and edge wear, verification that the registration plate lamp functions correctly, and a visual check for corrosion on the undertrays and chassis, as the history reveals repeated issues in these areas that could signal underlying neglect.