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FA61 ZAX

2012 Renault Megane

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

111,792 mi
Last recorded111,792 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Renault Megane70,678 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA61 ZAX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 111,792 miles

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

Fail 15 Nov 2025 111,790 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 19 Nov 2024 106,008 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Nov 2023 101,047 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 94,435 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2022 94,435 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 Oct 2021 90,254 miles

under engine tray cover fitted , obscuring side components.

Fail 19 Oct 2021 90,254 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

under engine tray cover fitted , obscuring side components.

Pass 2 Feb 2021 84,861 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2019 70,973 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2018 63,652 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 58,782 miles

FAS not detected emissions clean

Pass 11 Nov 2016 52,085 miles

Nearside Front cut in tread wearing on inner edge

Pass 19 Nov 2015 40,534 miles

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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FA61 ZAX is a 2012 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FA61 ZAX, 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 FA61 ZAX registered?

FA61 ZAX is a 2012 Renault Megane, first registered on 11 December 2012.

Is FA61 ZAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA61 ZAX shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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