2016 Renault Megane 1.5L Diesel · LB66 AEJ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a consistent trend of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent test on August 6 2025 at 126,473 miles resulted in a pass following several failures related to windscreen wiper efficiency, washer jets, headlamp aim, and front tyres. While the car passed the retest, the recurring nature of these defects suggests that the owner only addresses faults when they threaten an MOT certificate rather than performing routine preventative maintenance. The mileage profile indicates high usage for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 12,600 miles per year. There is a significant jump in usage between August 2023 at 88,855 miles and August 2025 at 126,473 miles, representing over 37,000 miles covered in just two years. This rapid rate of accumulation places considerable stress on wear items, which is evidenced by the frequent flagging of brake components and tyres across the record, particularly during the period between 2020 and 2025. A buyer must scrutinise the front suspension and alignment geometry due to the persistent history of uneven tyre wear. Multiple entries from 2020, 2021, and 2025 highlight tyres worn specifically on the inside edges, which typically points to incorrect camber settings or worn suspension bushes. Furthermore, the record of a slightly distorted nearside front road wheel in both 2023 and 2024 suggests the vehicle may have suffered an impact or has ongoing issues with wheel integrity. The braking system requires close attention as the tester has repeatedly flagged thin pads and pitted or scored discs in 2020, 2021, and 2022. Given the high mileage of 126,473 miles, the current components are likely nearing the end of their functional life. An inspection should also check for signs of corrosion on the exhaust system and underbody components to ensure that the high-mileage usage has not led to accelerated structural degradation of the chassis or drivetrain mounts.