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RV12 HVW

2012 Renault Megane

Red Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

107,049 mi
Last recorded107,049 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Renault Megane70,678 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV12 HVW
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 107,049 miles

rear brakes slight binding

Fail 24 Sep 2025 107,045 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

rear brakes slight binding

Pass 2 Oct 2024 103,593 miles

Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both front links (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 Oct 2023 97,896 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 2 Sep 2022 88,866 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 81,693 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 77,571 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 63,207 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 52,004 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 46,421 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 37,409 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 34,274 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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RV12 HVW is a 2012 Renault Megane in Red 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 RV12 HVW, 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 RV12 HVW?

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What year was RV12 HVW registered?

RV12 HVW is a 2012 Renault Megane, first registered on 16 March 2012.

Is RV12 HVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV12 HVW 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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