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MK62 SWJ

2012 Renault Megane

Red Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2022
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

99,886 mi
Last recorded99,886 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2021
Typical for 2012 Renault Megane70,678 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK62 SWJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2021 99,886 miles

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

Fail 16 Dec 2021 99,886 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 7 Dec 2020 82,847 miles

Front tyres worn inner and outer edge

Nearside repeater cover missing

front and rear discs rusty

Fail 1 Dec 2020 82,847 miles

Front Position lamp not working both sides (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Front tyres worn inner and outer edge

Nearside repeater cover missing

front and rear discs rusty

Pass 20 Dec 2019 73,475 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2019 73,455 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 17 Dec 2018 57,079 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 52,922 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 44,619 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2017 44,619 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Jul 2016 29,937 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

damage to front screen

Pass 30 Jul 2015 24,960 miles

damage to windscreen swept area not exceeding 40mm

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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MK62 SWJ is a 2012 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 MK62 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 MK62 SWJ registered?

MK62 SWJ is a 2012 Renault Megane, first registered on 10 September 2012.

Is MK62 SWJ safe to buy?

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