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SB12 ETV

2012 Renault Megane

Blue Diesel 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

205,057 mi
Last recorded205,057 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Renault Megane70,678 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB12 ETV
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 205,057 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2025 188,833 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 171,360 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2024 170,813 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2023 148,180 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2023 146,958 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 124,259 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 86,754 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2019 86,196 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 71,525 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 57,980 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205 55 16 (4.1.E.1)

engine management light on

Fail 15 Jun 2017 57,980 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205 55 16 (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

engine management light on

Pass 16 Jun 2016 46,143 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 33,400 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 11 Jun 2015 33,399 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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SB12 ETV is a 2012 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,390cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 SB12 ETV, 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 SB12 ETV registered?

SB12 ETV is a 2012 Renault Megane, first registered on 13 June 2012.

Is SB12 ETV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB12 ETV shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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