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OV62 GCU

2012 Renault Megane

Grey Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

39,621 mi
Last recorded39,621 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Renault Megane70,678 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV62 GCU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 39,621 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Nov 2024 36,807 miles

Exhaust System Corroded

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both Rear Springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2023 34,852 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Fail 24 Oct 2023 34,852 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded BOTH METAL/FLEXI PIPES (1.1.11 (c))

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2022 32,258 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 29,602 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 28,046 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 27,052 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 25,253 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 23,259 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 19,964 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 16,269 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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OV62 GCU is a 2012 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 OV62 GCU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OV62 GCU?

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What year was OV62 GCU registered?

OV62 GCU is a 2012 Renault Megane, first registered on 31 December 2012.

Is OV62 GCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV62 GCU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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