2011 Renault Megane 1.9L Diesel · ST61 AAF

The vehicle shows a history of recurring mechanical issues, particularly concentrated around the suspension and braking systems. In the most recent test on February 2026 at 97,235 miles, the car passed only two days after failing. This failure highlighted several significant concerns, including a persistent knocking noise from the nearside front, a missing bonnet stay, and poor parking brake efficiency. While these were rectified, the record indicates ongoing corrosion across the front MacPherson struts, the rear axle, and the offside rear shock absorber. The presence of corroded brake pipes and hoses, some of which are showing signs of caliper swelling under plastic coating, suggests long-term environmental exposure damage that has not been fully addressed. The mileage progression is consistent with the vehicle's age, averaging roughly 6,500 miles per year over the last fifteen years. However, the data reveals a pattern of reactive maintenance rather than preventative care. For instance, between February 2025 and 2026, the car covered approximately 4,400 miles, during which it failed for a major exhaust leak, a split CV boot, and worn tyres. The repeated failure of the nearside front CV boot in both 2023 and 2025 indicates that components are often only replaced once they reach a point of failure. Structural integrity and steering geometry remain areas of concern. The tester has previously noted play in the steering rack inner joints and track rod end ball joints between 2023 and 2024. Although the most recent pass did not flag steering play, the recurring mention of corrosion on the rear axle and suspension components suggests the vehicle is entering a stage of age-related degradation. A buyer should specifically inspect the rear brake lines and the condition of the suspension mounting points, as the record shows a steady trend of surface-related rust across multiple years.