2018 Renault Megane 1.3L Petrol · LD68 AOP

The vehicle currently sits in a roadworthy condition following a clean MOT pass in May 2026 at 45,992 miles. The maintenance trend shows a period of improvement after a significant mechanical failure in May 2025. While the 2025 test revealed several critical suspension issues, the most recent inspection with no recorded defects indicates that the previous owner addressed the necessary repairs to bring the car back to a passing standard. The mileage profile is low for an eight-year-old car, averaging approximately 5,750 miles per year. There is a notable increase in usage between March 2024 and May 2025, where the car covered over 10,000 miles in just fourteen months, compared to the much lower intervals seen between 2023 and 2024. This low annual mileage generally reduces the risk of dry rot or degradation that can occur when rubber-based components sit stationary for long periods, though the consistent testing history remains this. A physical inspection should focus on the front suspension geometry due to the history of recurring wear. The 2025 failure flagged a worn offside front suspension arm ball joint and both anti-roll bar ball joints, while the 2024 advisory previously noted a worn nearside anti-roll bar linkage. A buyer should check for any play in these joints or signs of torn rubber boots to ensure the recent repairs were durable. Additionally, the 2024 advisory regarding the offside front tyre worn on the inner edge suggests a potential alignment issue that warrants a verified professional geometry check to prevent premature tyre failure.