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FX61 FCO

2012 Renault Megane

Black Diesel 1500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

138,072 mi
Last recorded138,072 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Renault Megane70,678 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX61 FCO
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2025 138,072 miles

Offside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 18 Oct 2024 133,876 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test from mirror ()

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded/worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded/worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

offside parking brake effort reduced..

Fail 18 Oct 2024 133,870 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect kick in wrong direction.. left hand headlights (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect kick in wrong direction.. left hand headlights (4.1.2 (c))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test from mirror ()

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded/worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded/worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

offside parking brake effort reduced..

Pass 12 Oct 2023 128,534 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 124,136 miles

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

Fail 18 Oct 2022 124,136 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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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FX61 FCO is a 2012 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 FX61 FCO, 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 FX61 FCO registered?

FX61 FCO is a 2012 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 January 2012.

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