2009 Renault Megane 1.5L Diesel · HV09 GXY

The vehicle presents a deteriorating trend in mechanical maintenance following a significant failure in April 2025. While it passed its most recent test in May 2025 at 99,230 miles, the record reveals a period of neglect regarding essential safety components and wear items. The presence of nearside play in the steering rack inner joints on the latest pass indicates that a critical steering component remains either unrepaired or not fully rectified despite the previous failure. At 17 years old with 99,230 miles, this Renault Megane reflects a low annual mileage profile, averaging approximately 5,800 miles per year. However, the data shows inconsistent usage patterns. Between December 2022 and January 2024, the car covered roughly 4,000 miles, yet it accumulated nearly 5,000 miles in the fourteen months leading up to the 2025 failure. This low-mileage status often leads to the degradation of rubber components, which is evidenced by the perishing tyres and split CV boot recorded during the failed April test. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the steering system to ensure the steering rack inner joints have been properly replaced and not merely adjusted. The April 2025 failure highlighted significant brake issues, including worn rear brake discs and poor parking brake efficiency, suggesting the braking system has been overlooked for long intervals. Furthermore, the split nearside front outer drive shaft boot should be checked for grease leakage and potential joint damage, as the history of cracking and perishing tyres suggests age-related dry rot across rubber components despite the low mileage.