2007 Renault Megane 1.6L Petrol · DS57 ABZ
2007 Renault Megane (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Nov 2007. Recorded mileage 212,017 miles. MOT valid until 18 Dec 2026. Taxed until 01 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- RENAULT MEGANE
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Shrewsbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Aug 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 212,017 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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DS57 ABZ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/12/2025
- 212,017 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
DS57 ABZ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2007 Renault Megane (DS57 ABZ) between November 2023 and December 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 05 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (7 issues), Steering (6 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 14 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”.
DS57 ABZ Mileage History
- 24/11/2023170,150 mi
- 24/11/2023170,152 mi+2 mi
- 21/11/2024189,836 mi+19,684 mi
- 22/11/2024189,837 mi+1 mi
- 05/12/2025212,017 mi+22,180 mi
Average of roughly 20,608 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
Approach this 2007 Renault Megane with caution due to its very high mileage and repeated MOT failures on steering and suspension components. Unless priced accordingly and freshly repaired, it is a risky purchase for a typical buyer.
Given the repeated MOT failures on steering and suspension, confirm that all advised and failed items from 2023 and 2024 were properly repaired rather than temporarily patched. The 2024 failure included both front tyres below 1.6mm and a worn nearside suspension arm, so ask for invoices showing replacement parts and labour. A full service history is essential at this mileage to verify timing belt, clutch, and gearbox condition on the 1.6 petrol unit. Negotiate firmly on price, reflecting the 212k mileage, corrosion noted on the outer sill area, and the likelihood of ongoing wear-and-tear costs.
The 1598cc petrol engine in this Megane typically falls into a modest road tax band for its era, though exact band is not in the data; insurance should be low given the car's age and value. Fuel economy on a 1.6 petrol of this period is reasonable but not class-leading, and at over 212,000 miles, consumption may have worsened. Expect above-average maintenance spend due to suspension and steering wear seen in the MOT record; estimated annual running cost is £900-£1,200 including fuel, tax, insurance, and typical repairs.
Inspect the steering rack closely: the 2025 MOT notes offside play in rack and the 2023-24 tests recorded inner joint play and a missing rack gaiter, so check for looseness and boot condition. Examine both rear shock absorbers, which have shown slight casing damage and corrosion across the last three MOTs, and look at the outer sill corrosion noted on the offside rear in 2025. Verify the front suspension arms and anti-roll bar links, as these failed for excessive ball joint and bush wear in 2023 and 2024, and check the offside rear tyre for the previously noted nail and thin brake pads.
This grey 2007 Renault Megane (DS57ABZ) has covered 212,017 miles as of its December 2025 MOT, well above typical use for an 18-year-old car. The MOT history shows two failures in 2023 and 2024 for worn suspension arms, steering rack play, and tyre defects, though it has passed the last two tests. No aggregate reliability data is available for this model, so assessment relies solely on the individual history provided.
No aggregate MOT data is available for the Renault Megane, so reliability reputation cannot be assessed from provided statistics and must be judged on this vehicle's individual history.
Reviewed by the IsItAGoodCar editorial team — Verified automotive analysis synthesized from official vehicle registries.
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