2021 Renault Megane 1.5L Diesel · ML71 BYT

The most recent MOT on 2025-10-24 shows a failure due to two critical issues: reversing lamp inoperative and both front tyres worn close to the legal limit with edge wear. The same tyre condition was also noted in the prior MOT, indicating a persistent issue. This is the first failure in the vehicle’s history, but it follows a clean pass in October 2024 at 69,320 miles. The gap between MOTs is just over one year, which is standard, but the mileage jumped from 69,320 to 82,144 — an increase of 12,824 miles in 12 months. This equates to roughly 16,429 miles per year, which is high for a five-year-old car and suggests consistent use. The recurring front tyre wear pattern — both nearside and offside fronts showing edge wear approaching the legal limit — points to potential suspension or alignment issues. Tyres wearing unevenly across the tread edges typically indicate misalignment, worn suspension components, or incorrect wheel balance. This is not a minor concern and should be investigated immediately. The reversing lamp failure is a safety issue and must be fixed before driving. It may reflect electrical faults, bulb failure, or wiring problems, but given the age and usage, it could signal deeper electrical system wear.