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DS12 MKZ

2012 Renault Megane

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2022
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

70,124 mi
Last recorded70,124 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2021
Typical for 2012 Renault Megane70,678 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS12 MKZ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2021 70,124 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2020 65,181 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 58,049 miles

both front tyres worn smooth on edges

Fail 3 Jul 2018 58,049 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

both front tyres worn smooth on edges

Pass 10 Jul 2017 54,602 miles

o/s/f and n/s/f tyres slight worn on edges

Pass 14 Jun 2016 47,451 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 13 Jun 2016 47,451 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2015 35,949 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 22 Jun 2015 35,949 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the Renault Megane?

Based on 7,306,346 MOT tests across 596,780 vehicles.

67.3%
Pass Rate
6,443
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
596,780
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 358,622
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 210,535
Registration plate lamp not working 191,357
position lamp(s) not working 180,297
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 159,959
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DS12 MKZ is a 2012 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2012 Renault Megane models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 70,678 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Renault Megane fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 358,622 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DS12 MKZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Megane typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 14 years old, this Renault Megane is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was DS12 MKZ registered?

DS12 MKZ is a 2012 Renault Megane, first registered on 6 July 2012.

Is DS12 MKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS12 MKZ shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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