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LS62 SWJ

2012 Renault Megane

Brown Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

86,957 mi
Last recorded86,957 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Renault Megane70,678 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS62 SWJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2012
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 86,957 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2024 75,782 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2023 63,746 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 57,884 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 54,743 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2021 54,743 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 18 Sep 2020 53,105 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2020 53,105 miles

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2019 51,065 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2019 51,065 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 12 Sep 2018 46,469 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2018 46,469 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Sep 2017 41,445 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Sep 2016 36,327 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 27,023 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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LS62 SWJ is a 2012 Renault Megane in Brown 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 LS62 SWJ, 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 LS62 SWJ registered?

LS62 SWJ is a 2012 Renault Megane, first registered on 27 September 2012.

Is LS62 SWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS62 SWJ 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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