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RK62 VMA

2012 Renault Megane

Silver Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2024
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

154,365 mi
Last recorded154,365 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2023
Typical for 2012 Renault Megane70,678 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK62 VMA
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2023 154,365 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2023 154,365 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 139,729 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Aug 2022 139,729 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2021 125,618 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2020 109,228 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2020 108,952 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn 6mm (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 Aug 2019 92,957 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 75,503 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 3 Sep 2018 75,503 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure DANGEROUS (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/55x16 91v (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 1 Sep 2017 57,588 miles

Nearside Front tyre cuts in sidewall but not to cords

Nearside Rear tyre slightly cracking

Pass 2 Sep 2016 37,357 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 28,226 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2015 28,226 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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 VMA is a 2012 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 RK62 VMA, 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 VMA registered?

RK62 VMA is a 2012 Renault Megane, first registered on 3 September 2012.

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