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WK12 VYP

2012 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

117,382 mi
Last recorded117,382 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Renault Megane70,678 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK12 VYP
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 117,382 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2025 105,772 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2024 95,136 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2023 86,573 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cut on inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread 1.69mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Mar 2023 86,573 miles

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible Both headlamps(LED Bulbs fitted) (4.1.4 (c))

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cut on inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread 1.69mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Feb 2022 77,817 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 69,494 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2021 69,493 miles

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm all four (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Sep 2019 63,629 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Fail 13 Sep 2019 63,629 miles

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

Offside Front Lower 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))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2018 55,628 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2018 55,628 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2017 49,091 miles

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

Fail 19 Jun 2017 49,091 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2016 39,633 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2016 39,633 miles

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)

Pass 19 May 2015 31,062 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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WK12 VYP is a 2012 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 WK12 VYP, 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 WK12 VYP registered?

WK12 VYP is a 2012 Renault Megane, first registered on 31 May 2012.

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