2009 Renault Megane 1.5L Diesel · WV09 HRN

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT in September 2025 at 136,314 miles with no recorded defects. However, the maintenance trend shows a period of significant mechanical degradation in 2024 that required extensive intervention. While the 2025 test indicates a clean sheet, the previous year's record revealed an exhaustive list of suspension and steering-related failures that suggest the vehicle reached a critical point of wear requiring major overhaul to maintain safety standards. At 136,314 miles over 17 years, the Megane averages approximately 8,000 miles per year, which is consistent with low-to-moderate annual usage. The mileage accumulation appears steady, with roughly 2,000 miles covered between the September 2024 and 2025 tests, and approximately 2,300 miles between August 2023 and 2024. This consistent use suggests the car has not sat neglected, though the age of the components remains the primary factor in the observed wear patterns. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension and steering system. Given the 2024 failures involving track rod ends, steering rack inner joints, and suspension arm bushes, it is vital to verify that these parts were replaced with high-quality components and do not exhibit immediate play. The record also noted corrosion on all four coil springs and both front MacPherson struts in 2024; while these passed the subsequent test, the presence of widespread corrosion indicates an environment that may lead to future structural failure. The braking system also requires close attention. The 2024 test flagged a corroded nearside rear brake pipe, and the 2023 failure resulted from an ABS fault lamp and pitted front discs. Although these issues appear to be cleared, an inspector should check for any fluid leaks at the unions and ensure the ABS warning light remains off during test drives. The history of multiple brake-related defects suggests the vehicle is nearing the end of the service life for various hardware components.