2019 Renault Megane 1.5L Diesel · JB64 SUB

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a reactive approach rather than proactive care. While the most recent test on 7 January 2026 at 51,452 miles passed, it failed exactly one day prior due to critical tyre failures. The offside front tyre had exposed cords and insufficient tread depth, while the nearside front was worn close to the legal limit. This indicates that the owner only addresses essential components when an MOT failure is imminent rather than performing routine preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with a seven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,350 miles per year. The record shows a steady accumulation of 7,985 miles between January 2024 (34,012 miles) and January 2025 (41,997 miles), followed by another 9,455 miles leading into the 2026 test. This slight increase in annual usage suggests the car may have been used more frequently recently, which explains the accelerated wear seen on rubber components like tyres in the January 2026 failure. A buyer should specifically inspect the front suspension and geometry, as the nearside front tyre was noted as being worn on the edge. This often points to misalignment or worn suspension bushes which were not explicitly flagged but caused the wear. The failure of the dipped beam headlamp in 2025 was a simple electrical issue, but it reinforces the pattern of checking only what is necessary. Given the lack of recorded structural corrosion or brake advisories, the primary focus should remain on the condition of the remaining tyres and ensuring the alignment is correctly set to prevent premature wear of new rubber.