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J44 RTL

2012 Renault Megane

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

64,318 mi
Last recorded64,318 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Renault Megane70,678 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ44 RTL
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 64,318 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2025 64,318 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Dec 2024 62,535 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2024 62,535 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2023 60,794 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2022 58,517 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 53,724 miles

Attention Please (Brake fluid) (Recommended to replace)

Body under covers & Engine undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components.

Engine oil level low

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

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

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both side (corroded & rusty) (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 47,253 miles

Body under cover & engine undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components.

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both side (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut top mount slightly play

Rear Both side shock absorbers casing rusty

Fail 10 Nov 2020 47,253 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Body under cover & engine undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components.

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both side (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut top mount slightly play

Rear Both side shock absorbers casing rusty

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both side (Size 205.55.R 16) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2019 44,115 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 20 Nov 2019 44,115 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Nov 2018 40,178 miles

Offside Rear brake grabbing slightly

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

engine cover and undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 6 Dec 2017 36,586 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 21 Nov 2016 32,600 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 24,983 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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J44 RTL is a 2012 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 J44 RTL, 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 J44 RTL registered?

J44 RTL is a 2012 Renault Megane, first registered on 30 November 2012.

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The MOT history for J44 RTL shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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