2010 Renault Megane 1.6L Petrol · WN10 ODA

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent MOT test conducted in June 2025 at 40,091 miles flagged a binding offside rear service brake and perished sidewalls on both rear tyres. While the car passed, the recurring nature of tyre degradation and mechanical binding issues suggests that the owner only addresses faults when they reach an MOT failure threshold. The mechanical state appears stable but shows signs of deferred maintenance. At 16 years old, the recorded mileage of 40,091 miles is exceptionally low, averaging approximately 2,500 miles per year. This low usage explains the consistent perishing of rubber-based components seen across the last four years. Between June 2022 and June 2025, the vehicle covered only 14,498 miles. Such infrequent use often leads to dry rot in tyres and oxidation of brake components due to lack of heat-cycling, which aligns with the binding rear caliper and perished tyre sidewalls recorded in the history. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the suspension and drivetrain, specifically checking the nearside front CV boot which was noted in the 2022 failure. The low mileage increases the risk of seized components and perished rubber bushes that do not show wear through tread alone. The binding offside rear brake requires professional attention to ensure the caliper piston is not permanently seized due to lack of use. Furthermore, the age of the tyres should be verified for structural cracks, as the record shows a consistent history of rubber degradation regardless of tread depth.