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MF12 SXX

2012 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

139,026 mi
Last recorded139,026 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Renault Megane70,678 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF12 SXX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 139,026 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2024 127,068 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2023 113,595 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner tyre edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 100,996 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2022 100,996 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 13 Oct 2021 88,419 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2021 88,412 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

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

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

discs worn

Pass 7 Oct 2020 74,391 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2019 57,746 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 44,694 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 32,369 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2017 32,369 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 18,889 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 7,336 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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MF12 SXX is a 2012 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 MF12 SXX, 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 MF12 SXX registered?

MF12 SXX is a 2012 Renault Megane, first registered on 11 April 2012.

Is MF12 SXX safe to buy?

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