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RK62 VLZ

2012 Renault Megane

Grey Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2022
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

162,079 mi
Last recorded162,079 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2021
Typical for 2012 Renault Megane70,678 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK62 VLZ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2021 162,079 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 154,270 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2019 145,905 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2019 145,905 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Pass 25 Jul 2018 135,206 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

undertrays fitted

Pass 31 Jul 2017 122,858 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

undertray fitted

Fail 31 Jul 2017 122,858 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

undertray fitted

Pass 12 Aug 2016 110,661 miles

Nearside Front slight split on tyre wall

Offside Front slight cracking on tyre

Pass 25 Aug 2015 93,675 miles

engine cover & undertray fitted obscuring some components

front bumper damaged but not insecure

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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RK62 VLZ is a 2012 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 RK62 VLZ, 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 RK62 VLZ registered?

RK62 VLZ is a 2012 Renault Megane, first registered on 17 September 2012.

Is RK62 VLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK62 VLZ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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