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DS61 FNZ

2012 Renault Megane

Blue Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

101,838 mi
Last recorded101,838 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Renault Megane70,678 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS61 FNZ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 101,838 miles

Central Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Aug 2025 101,838 miles

Central Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Apr 2024 86,487 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Mar 2023 84,887 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 84,493 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2021 84,133 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 83,843 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 81,883 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 78,604 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 73,410 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2016 68,174 miles

nearside rear has a cut in the trade but not deep enough to reach ply/cordes

Pass 16 Jan 2015 57,158 miles

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

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 FNZ is a 2012 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FNZ, 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 FNZ registered?

DS61 FNZ is a 2012 Renault Megane, first registered on 19 January 2012.

Is DS61 FNZ safe to buy?

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