2011 Renault Megane 1.6L Petrol · YC61 AEG

The vehicle’s most recent MOT activity on 2025‑10‑10 records both a pass and a fail at 112,901 miles. The pass notes brake‑pipe corrosion covered in grease from front to rear (1.1.11 c), while the fail adds excessive play in the nearside front track‑rod end ball joint (2.1.3 b i) and the same brake‑pipe corrosion. The coexistence of a pass and a fail on the same day indicates that the car was not fully rectified before the test, and the persistence of brake‑pipe corrosion across 2023 and 2025 shows a recurring defect rather than a resolved issue. Combined with repeated suspension failures, the maintenance trend is deteriorating; the car requires more than routine servicing to achieve reliable roadworthiness. Mileage accumulation has been steady at roughly 7,500 miles per year since 2011, reaching 112,901 miles by July 2026. The MOT entries are spaced annually, with occasional dual entries on the same day, suggesting the vehicle has been tested regularly but not necessarily repaired comprehensively after each failure. There are no large mileage jumps or gaps that would indicate prolonged storage, and the record is relatively complete, providing a clear chronological view of wear progression. A buyer should inspect the brake system thoroughly, focusing on the rear brake discs for significant wear and checking for any corrosion or grease contamination on the brake pipes. The suspension demands close examination: test the track‑rod end ball joint for excess play, inspect the anti‑roll‑bar linkage for worn ball joints, and assess wheel‑bearing condition for any noticeable movement. Tyre condition is another priority; the rear nearside tyre was noted close to the legal tread limit and a front nearside tyre showed a cut reaching the ply, so a visual and measurement check is essential. Electrical items such as the offside rear fog lamp, centre stop lamp and registration‑plate lamp have failed repeatedly and should be verified for operation. Overall, the car’s MOT history points to a vehicle that has been driven regularly but not maintained to prevent the accumulation of brake and suspension wear. The combination of corrosion, disc wear, suspension component degradation and recurring electrical faults means a prospective purchaser must conduct a detailed pre‑purchase inspection and budget for corrective work before the car can be considered reliably roadworthy.