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LR62 XAT

2012 Renault Megane

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

108,794 mi
Last recorded108,794 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Renault Megane70,678 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR62 XAT
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 108,794 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2024 105,548 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 98,934 miles

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

Fail 23 Oct 2023 98,934 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2022 89,140 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front tyre worn on outer edge/205/50/17

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall/205/50/17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 1 Oct 2022 89,071 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front tyre worn on outer edge/205/50/17

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall/205/50/17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2021 81,341 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 80,662 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 63,532 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2018 57,574 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both disc's rusty and lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Jul 2018 57,574 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both disc's rusty and lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2017 51,859 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2017 51,859 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jul 2016 47,155 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2016 47,153 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 18 Sep 2015 42,304 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2015 42,304 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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LR62 XAT is a 2012 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,598cc 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 LR62 XAT, 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 LR62 XAT registered?

LR62 XAT is a 2012 Renault Megane, first registered on 24 September 2012.

Is LR62 XAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR62 XAT 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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