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LX12 UHN

2012 Renault Megane

Silver Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2022
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

178,853 mi
Last recorded178,853 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2021
Typical for 2012 Renault Megane70,678 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX12 UHN
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2021 178,853 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 16 Sep 2021 178,853 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which significantly reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Sep 2020 165,641 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Sep 2020 165,641 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2019 151,687 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2019 151,687 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2018 134,495 miles

Spare tyre defective ()

coolant level close to minimum

Fail 19 Sep 2018 134,494 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Spare tyre defective ()

coolant level close to minimum

Pass 20 Sep 2017 118,947 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 100,563 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2016 100,562 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 8 Sep 2015 81,920 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2015 81,920 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 Feb 2015 71,423 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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LX12 UHN is a 2012 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 LX12 UHN, 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 LX12 UHN registered?

LX12 UHN is a 2012 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 March 2012.

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