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AY61 WRL

2012 Renault Megane · Diesel · 1461cc

White Registered in Ipswich, Anglia · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1461cc
ColourWhite
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2012 Renault Megane Diesel 1461cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 168,157 miles on the clock, averaging 12,122 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.5 dCi engine is known for crankshaft connecting rod bearings (main/rod bearings). Common Renault Megane issues include electrical system and suspension bushings and links.

MOT & Mileage History for AY61 WRL

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
168,157
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2015
63%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 7 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
12,122

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading168,157 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,125
Average per year12,122
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AY61 WRL 31k65k99k134k168k '15'26'20

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage168,157 miles
Since last MOT+4,125 miles
PASS
Mileage164,032 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage164,030 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage164,027 miles
Since last MOT+10,469 miles
PASS
Mileage153,558 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage153,558 miles
Since last MOT+17,248 miles
PASS
Mileage136,310 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage136,310 miles
Since last MOT+5,299 miles
PASS
Mileage131,011 miles
Since last MOT+8,090 miles
PASS
Mileage122,921 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage122,921 miles
Since last MOT+8,988 miles
PASS
Mileage113,933 miles
Since last MOT+9,518 miles
PASS
Mileage104,415 miles
Since last MOT+13,762 miles
PASS
Mileage90,653 miles
Since last MOT+10,370 miles
PASS
Mileage80,283 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage80,283 miles
Since last MOT+25,600 miles
PASS
Mileage54,683 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,683 miles
Since last MOT+24,093 miles
PASS
Mileage30,590 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Renault Megane

These are the most commonly reported problems on Renault Megane models (2008–2016), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Electrical system

Suspension bushings and links

Corrosion

Water ingress

Crankshaft connecting rod bearings (main/rod bearings)

Premature wear or failure due to oil starvation from poor circulation, manufacturing tolerances, or contaminated/delayed oil changes.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY61 WRL
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeAY — Ipswich, Anglia
Age identifier61 — September 2011 to February 2012

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About AY61 WRL

What car is AY61 WRL?

AY61 WRL is an white Renault Megane, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2012.

What is the mileage of AY61 WRL?

The last recorded mileage for AY61 WRL was 168,157 miles, recorded on 3 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AY61 WRL passed its MOT?

AY61 WRL has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 3 Jun 2026.

Is AY61 WRL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AY61 WRL is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2012, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is AY61 WRL?

AY61 WRL is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.