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SA62 XLV

2012 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2024
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

68,831 mi
Last recorded68,831 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2023
Typical for 2012 Renault Megane70,678 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA62 XLV
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2023 68,831 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 62,354 miles

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

Fail 19 Mar 2022 62,341 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Mar 2021 56,045 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2021 56,045 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2020 49,155 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 42,114 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin front pads 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2018 37,520 miles

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

Fail 31 Aug 2018 37,481 miles

Service brake excessively binding Both rear wheels (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 15 Sep 2017 31,431 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2017 31,431 miles

Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc both front driveshaft boots leaking (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 28 Sep 2016
Pass 18 Sep 2015 16,811 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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SA62 XLV is a 2012 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 SA62 XLV, 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 SA62 XLV registered?

SA62 XLV is a 2012 Renault Megane, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is SA62 XLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SA62 XLV shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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