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YC12 OWD

2012 Renault Megane

Silver Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

111,374 mi
Last recorded111,374 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Renault Megane70,678 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC12 OWD
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 111,374 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 25 Sep 2024 109,791 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2023 108,269 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 105,874 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2021 103,870 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 14 Aug 2020 101,172 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 95,324 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

n/s/f tyre 2 to 3mm

Pass 24 Aug 2018 86,981 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 78,127 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner and outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner and outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Aug 2016 69,757 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 66,061 miles

under tray fitted obscuring some components

Pass 25 Mar 2015 50,785 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2015 50,785 miles

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

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

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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YC12 OWD is a 2012 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 YC12 OWD, 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 YC12 OWD registered?

YC12 OWD is a 2012 Renault Megane, first registered on 27 May 2012.

Is YC12 OWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC12 OWD shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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