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SA12 PLJ

2012 Renault Megane · Diesel · 1461cc

Silver Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1461cc
ColourSilver
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 93,177 miles on the clock, averaging 8,102 miles per year, around 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 SA12 PLJ

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
93,177
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2015
65%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
8,102

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading93,177 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,102
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SA12 PLJ 7k29k50k72k93k '15'25'21

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage93,177 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage93,177 miles
Since last MOT+12,102 miles
PASS
Mileage81,075 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,075 miles
Since last MOT+22,718 miles
PASS
Mileage58,357 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,347 miles
Since last MOT+12,628 miles
PASS
Mileage45,719 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage45,719 miles
Since last MOT+14,925 miles
PASS
Mileage30,794 miles
Since last MOT+9,932 miles
PASS
Mileage20,862 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage20,862 miles
Since last MOT+2,038 miles
PASS
Mileage18,824 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage18,824 miles
Since last MOT+2,271 miles
PASS
Mileage16,553 miles
Since last MOT+3,271 miles
PASS
Mileage13,282 miles
Since last MOT+2,917 miles
PASS
Mileage10,365 miles
Since last MOT+3,369 miles
PASS
Mileage6,996 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

RegistrationSA12 PLJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1461cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeSA — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About SA12 PLJ

What car is SA12 PLJ?

SA12 PLJ is an silver Renault Megane, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2012.

What is the mileage of SA12 PLJ?

The last recorded mileage for SA12 PLJ was 93,177 miles, recorded on 7 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SA12 PLJ passed its MOT?

SA12 PLJ has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 7 Nov 2025.

Is SA12 PLJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SA12 PLJ 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 SA12 PLJ?

SA12 PLJ is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.