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LJ12 VOA

2012 Renault Megane Scenic

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

131,086 mi
Last recorded131,086 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Renault Megane Scenic79,681 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ12 VOA
MakeRenault
ModelMegane Scenic
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 131,086 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2024 129,424 miles

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))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2023 120,801 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Aug 2023 120,801 miles

Offside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 18 Apr 2023 118,481 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 100,789 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2022 100,789 miles

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

Fail 21 Apr 2022 100,731 miles

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

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

Offside Front Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Feb 2020 77,350 miles

How Reliable is the Renault Megane Scenic?

Based on 1,818,845 MOT tests across 145,724 vehicles.

66.2%
Pass Rate
6,520
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
145,724
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 116,922
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 68,848
constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing 66,630
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 58,928
Registration plate lamp not working 55,988
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LJ12 VOA is a 2012 Renault Megane Scenic in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2012 Renault Megane Scenic models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 79,681 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 Scenic fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 116,922 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ12 VOA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Megane Scenic typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 14 years old, this Renault Megane Scenic is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was LJ12 VOA registered?

LJ12 VOA is a 2012 Renault Megane Scenic, first registered on 31 December 2012.

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