2018 Renault Megane 1.5L Diesel · FX18 EPC

The vehicle presents a mixed maintenance profile, showing a recent decline in mechanical upkeep compared to previous years. While the car passed its most recent MOT on 11 March 2024 at 103,256 miles, the test was preceded by a failure on the same day. The tester flagged incorrect headlamp aim on both the nearside and offside front lamps, alongside thinning front brake pads and pitted front brake discs. This transition from the clean records seen in 2021, 2022, and 2023 to the defects noted in 2024 suggests a shift toward reactive rather than preventative maintenance. The mileage accumulation indicates heavy usage for a vehicle of this age. Between February 2022 and March 2024, the car covered 45,311 miles, which averages to over 22,000 miles per year. This is a significant increase from the earlier period between March 2021 and February 2022, where the vehicle only covered approximately 8,800 miles. This rapid increase in annual mileage explains the sudden emergence of wear-related defects in the most recent MOT, as the drivetrain and consumable components have faced much higher duty cycles recently. A prospective buyer should prioritise a physical inspection of the front braking system. Although the 2024 test passed, the advisories regarding thin pads and scored discs indicate that the components are nearing the end of their service life. You should check for any signs of binding calipers or uneven pad wear. Given the high mileage and the recent failure of the headlamp aim, verifying the integrity of the electrical connections and the condition of the suspension components is also advisable to ensure the increased road usage has not compromised the chassis or steering geometry.