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DS61 EDU

2012 Renault Megane

Grey Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2020
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

114,642 mi
Last recorded114,642 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2019
Typical for 2012 Renault Megane70,678 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS61 EDU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2019 114,642 miles

Spare wheel defective

Fail 6 Mar 2019 114,642 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Spare wheel defective

Pass 27 Feb 2018 94,574 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2018 94,574 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Jan 2017 90,203 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2017 90,203 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Jan 2016 88,369 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 11 Jan 2016 88,363 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Jan 2015 69,957 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Jan 2015 69,957 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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DS61 EDU is a 2012 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 DS61 EDU, 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 DS61 EDU registered?

DS61 EDU is a 2012 Renault Megane, first registered on 31 January 2012.

Is DS61 EDU safe to buy?

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