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PE12 HRU

2012 Renault Megane

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

108,607 mi
Last recorded108,607 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Renault Megane70,678 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE12 HRU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 108,607 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front door mirror side repeater clear lense missing

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

Pass 16 Jan 2025 92,689 miles

Handbrake has travel

Fail 14 Jan 2025 92,685 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low Both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Upper Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake excessively binding Both sides (1.2.1 (f))

Handbrake has travel

Pass 1 Apr 2023 86,562 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2023 86,562 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2022 84,016 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 79,950 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2021 79,950 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side Poor effort. (1.4.1 (a))

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

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

Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) not working High level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Apr 2020 76,628 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 71,145 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt rear seats folded!!! ()

Pass 13 Mar 2018 62,860 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2018 62,860 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 7 Apr 2017 58,469 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 50,612 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 42,447 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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PE12 HRU is a 2012 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 PE12 HRU, 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

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What year was PE12 HRU registered?

PE12 HRU is a 2012 Renault Megane, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is PE12 HRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE12 HRU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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