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LV62 OPT

2012 Renault Megane

Silver Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

124,087 mi
Last recorded124,087 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Renault Megane70,678 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV62 OPT
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 124,087 miles

Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s + o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing crack's + some damage to outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface n/s + o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively n/s + o/s (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 28 Apr 2026 124,087 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.55 (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

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

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

Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s + o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing crack's + some damage to outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high adjusted @ time of test (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface n/s + o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively n/s + o/s (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Mar 2025 117,597 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2023 105,760 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 102,400 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2022 102,388 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2021 99,939 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Oct 2021 99,939 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2020 97,144 miles

slight wear on inner edge of front tyres

Fail 14 Oct 2020 97,144 miles

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

slight wear on inner edge of front tyres

Pass 8 Apr 2019 87,954 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 77,668 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 7 Apr 2018 77,668 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Apr 2017 67,524 miles

REGISTRATION LAMP; dimly lit > nearside.

Fail 7 Apr 2017 67,524 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both. (8.2.2)

REGISTRATION LAMP; dimly lit > nearside.

Pass 15 Apr 2016 59,184 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 55,729 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit smooth on edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front worn on edge

under tray fitted

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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LV62 OPT is a 2012 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,461cc 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 LV62 OPT, 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 LV62 OPT registered?

LV62 OPT is a 2012 Renault Megane, first registered on 26 November 2012.

Is LV62 OPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV62 OPT 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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