2014 Renault Megane 1.6L Diesel · LS14 WRU

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass in November 2025, but the maintenance history reveals an inconsistent trend of reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent test on 28 November 2025 at 62,112 miles resulted in a failure due to multiple electrical issues including lighting, an insecure door catch, and an anti-pollution light malfunction. While these defects were rectified immediately to secure a pass, the recurring failures suggest the owner only addresses faults when they prevent an MOT certificate rather than performing routine mechanical inspections. At 62,112 miles, this 12-year-old Renault has covered low mileage, averaging approximately 5,176 miles per year. This low usage often correlates with the specific issues noted in the record, such as the corrosion on front inner brake discs reported in November 2024 at 58,717 miles and December 2023 at 56,385 miles. Such patterns of corrosion typically indicate that the vehicle may sit stationary for extended periods, leading to oxidation on exposed metal components and the drying of seals. A buyer must pay close attention to the offside front shock absorber, which was flagged as leaking in both the 2023 and 2024 tests. Despite not causing a failure, a persistent leak indicates the component is nearing the functional end and will eventually compromise handling and safety. The anti-pollution light noted during the November 2025 failure also warrants a diagnostic check to ensure there are no underlying sensor failures or exhaust issues that were merely cleared or ignored. Additionally, inspect the nearside rear door mechanism to ensure the adjustment made in the last test remains secure.