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LM12 XPN

2012 Renault Megane

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

94,182 mi
Last recorded94,182 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Renault Megane70,678 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM12 XPN
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 94,182 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front seat no fore and aft movement

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Nov 2025 94,182 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and bald on edges 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front seat no fore and aft movement

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and bald edges 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Nov 2024 89,522 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Nov 2023 80,399 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2022 72,215 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 62,913 miles

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

Fail 8 Nov 2021 62,911 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2020 54,553 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 43,176 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2018 33,873 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 28,578 miles
Fail 5 May 2017 28,574 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 25 Apr 2016 23,812 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 18,886 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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LM12 XPN is a 2012 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 LM12 XPN, 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 LM12 XPN registered?

LM12 XPN is a 2012 Renault Megane, first registered on 8 May 2012.

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