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HN62 VPJ

2012 Renault Megane

Grey Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

112,255 mi
Last recorded112,255 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Renault Megane70,678 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN62 VPJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 112,255 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2025 112,227 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 14 Oct 2024 106,465 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2023 98,146 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2022 88,090 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2021 78,258 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 68,484 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2019 63,939 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2018 52,594 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test item hanging from internal rear view mirror. ()

Fail 10 Nov 2018 52,594 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade rubber damaged. (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade rubber damaged. (3.4 (b) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test item hanging from internal rear view mirror. ()

engine oil low.

Pass 3 Nov 2017 42,317 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 34,913 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2-3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil strut (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Nov 2015 28,688 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil strut hasvery slight leak (2.7.3)

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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HN62 VPJ is a 2012 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 HN62 VPJ, 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 HN62 VPJ registered?

HN62 VPJ is a 2012 Renault Megane, first registered on 30 November 2012.

Is HN62 VPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HN62 VPJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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