2016 Renault Megane 1.5L Diesel · LX16 HVC

The vehicle is currently road‑worthy, having passed the 11 June 2026 MOT at 88,943 miles, but the tester noted slight play in both front anti‑roll‑bar linkage ball joints. This recurring suspension finding, first recorded on 27 May 2025 at 83,004 miles, has persisted without escalation, indicating a stable maintenance trend rather than a worsening condition. Mileage has risen from 63,930 miles on 8 March 2022 to 88,943 miles on 11 June 2026, averaging roughly 8,900 miles per year – a figure consistent with typical usage for a ten‑year‑old family hatchback. The increase of 8,615 miles between March 2022 and June 2023, followed by a slightly slower rise to 79,914 miles in May 2024, suggests steady, moderate use rather than periods of prolonged inactivity or excessive short‑term mileage spikes. No significant gaps appear in the record; each annual test is documented with a clear mileage progression. A prospective buyer should verify the condition of the front anti‑roll‑bar ball joints and surrounding suspension bushes, confirming that any play is within safe limits and that the bushings show no excessive wear or corrosion. The front tyre wear noted on 27 May 2025, with tread approaching the legal minimum, warrants a visual inspection of both front tyres for uneven wear that could indicate alignment or suspension issues. Brake pads were flagged as thin in the 2022 and 2023 tests; the absence of a repeat comment in later tests suggests they were replaced, yet a tactile check of pad thickness and disc condition is advisable. Finally, the light oil mist on the near‑side front shock absorber recorded in 2025 should be examined for any signs of leakage or deteriorating seals, as unresolved shock‑absorber issues can affect ride quality and component longevity.