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LR12 OWU

2012 Renault Megane

White Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

192,911 mi
Last recorded192,911 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2025
Typical for 2012 Renault Megane70,678 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR12 OWU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2025 192,911 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 15 Feb 2024 192,883 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements AND REAR (0.1 (d))

Offside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed N/S O/S (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Pass 21 Oct 2022 187,526 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 177,139 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2020 151,984 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2019 130,549 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 102,960 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2017 76,381 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 50,028 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Fail 28 Sep 2016 49,134 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 12 Oct 2015 25,272 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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LR12 OWU is a 2012 Renault Megane in White with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LR12 OWU, 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 LR12 OWU registered?

LR12 OWU is a 2012 Renault Megane, first registered on 13 March 2012.

Is LR12 OWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR12 OWU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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