2012 Renault Megane 1.5L Diesel · EX62 GKA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but exhibits a worsening trend regarding mechanical wear and component degradation. While it passed the most recent test in January 2026 at 125,791 miles, the record reveals a significant increase in defects compared to previous years. The tester flagged worn offside front suspension arm bushes, front tyres reaching the legal limit, and a parking brake system that barely met the efficiency threshold. These issues suggest that while the car is maintained enough to pass, repairs are becoming reactive rather than proactive preventative care. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,000 miles per year. Between December 2022 and January 2026, the car covered 24,933 miles, indicating a steady usage profile. However, the vehicle covered 6,658 miles in the single month between the December 2024 and January 2025 tests, which coincided with a failure for a fractured offside rear coil spring. This burst of activity likely stressed age-related suspension components that are reaching the end of their functional service life. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the chassis and suspension assembly due to recurring corrosion and wear. The history shows corrosion on both rear suspension arms and the nearside rear coil spring as of 2025, followed by a snapped spring in late 2024. The persistence of worn front suspension bushes in both 2022 and 2026 indicates the front end geometry is due for an overhaul. Additionally, the parking brake system requires immediate attention, as the 2026 report notes the system needs adjustment or repair to avoid a future failure.