2018 Renault Megane 1.2L Petrol · BJ18 HCX
2018 Renault Megane (1.2L, petrol). First registered 30 Mar 2018. Recorded mileage 64,591 miles. MOT valid until 19 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- RENAULT MEGANE
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 64,591 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BJ18 HCX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/03/2026
- 64,591 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BJ18 HCX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Renault Megane (BJ18 HCX) between April 2023 and March 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 14 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (6 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Front Inner Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator offside and nearside (1.1.13 (a) (i))”; “Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (i))”.
BJ18 HCX Mileage History
- 28/04/202345,522 mi
- 13/03/202458,133 mi+12,611 mi
- 20/03/202458,133 mi
- 15/03/202561,575 mi+3,442 mi
- 14/03/202664,591 mi+3,016 mi
Average of roughly 6,625 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Renault Megane Mk4
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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