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GF12 ORU

2012 Renault Megane

Silver Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

119,703 mi
Last recorded119,703 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Renault Megane70,678 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF12 ORU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 119,703 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 22 May 2026 119,703 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 May 2025 104,652 miles

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

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 28 May 2024 88,857 miles
Fail 21 May 2024 88,854 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2022 85,264 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2022 85,264 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 12 Oct 2021 82,556 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2021 82,556 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2020 79,945 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 77,294 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 72,698 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2017 68,749 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 55,929 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2016 55,929 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 16 Jun 2015 40,173 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2015 40,173 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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GF12 ORU is a 2012 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 GF12 ORU, 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 GF12 ORU registered?

GF12 ORU is a 2012 Renault Megane, first registered on 19 June 2012.

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