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HN62 VZP

2012 Renault Megane

Grey Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

91,241 mi
Last recorded91,241 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Renault Megane70,678 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 91,241 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Oct 2025 91,241 miles

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2024 89,903 miles

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

Fail 28 Oct 2024 89,903 miles

Nearside Front Stop lamp(s) not working and offside rear (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2023 87,278 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides inner (strong advise) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front slight movement headlamps

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides,central (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Nov 2022 85,364 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides and central (1.1.11 (c))

both front headlamps slight movement

Fail 1 Nov 2022 85,364 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides and central (1.1.11 (c))

both front headlamps slight movement

Pass 10 Nov 2021 83,164 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Nov 2021 83,164 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 2 Nov 2020 80,881 miles

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Nov 2020 80,880 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2019 76,787 miles

nearside wiper blade torn in the middle

Pass 16 Oct 2018 65,089 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2018 65,089 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2017 54,565 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 43,901 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 39,595 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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HN62 VZP is a 2012 Renault Megane in Grey 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 HN62 VZP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HN62 VZP registered?

HN62 VZP is a 2012 Renault Megane, first registered on 13 December 2012.

Is HN62 VZP safe to buy?

The MOT history for HN62 VZP shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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