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RV12 ADZ

2012 Renault Megane

Grey Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

146,157 mi
Last recorded146,157 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Renault Megane70,678 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV12 ADZ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 146,157 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2025 137,589 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil shock absorber leaking (strong advise) (5.3.2 (b))

both rear number plate lights dim

Fail 9 Jul 2025 137,539 miles

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil shock absorber leaking (strong advise) (5.3.2 (b))

both rear number plate lights dim

Pass 8 Jul 2024 124,169 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2024 124,169 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2023 111,978 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 107,233 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 102,305 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 98,716 miles

both rear tyres badly worn on edges

Pass 26 Jun 2019 91,275 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2019 91,263 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/50 r17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside front tyre very worn on inner edge

Pass 2 Jul 2018 81,531 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2018 81,521 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2017 72,361 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 64,116 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 55,371 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2015 49,710 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 2 Jan 2015 49,710 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear tyre wearing on outer edge

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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RV12 ADZ is a 2012 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 RV12 ADZ, 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 RV12 ADZ registered?

RV12 ADZ is a 2012 Renault Megane, first registered on 12 March 2012.

Is RV12 ADZ safe to buy?

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