BV12 RUO

2012 RENAULT — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.

Vehicle details

Make & model
RENAULT
Year
2012
Fuel
PETROL
Colour
SILVER
Engine
1149 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
Taxed
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Valid
MOT due
7 January 2027 (207 days away)
Last recorded mileage
22,995 mi

AI verdict CAUTION 46/100

AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.

This 2012 Renault has 20 MOT tests on record with a 60% pass rate and 22,995 miles. While mileage is low, the vehicle's history suggests a need for thorough pre-purchase inspection.

The vehicle shows consistently low annual mileage, averaging 4,360 miles per year, with a notable drop in usage from 2017 onwards, though no suspicious patterns were detected.

Things to check

  • Recurring major failures in suspension (Feb 2022, Feb 2023) and brakes (Feb 2023) indicate structural neglect.
  • Multiple recurring advisories for tyres (Jan 2024, Jan 2025) and exhaust (Feb 2020, Feb 2022) suggest chronic wear.
  • The 'electrical fault' and 'head gasket' reported in community knowledge are serious potential issues for this model.
  • The 'fuel pump' and 'injector' faults from community knowledge are high-risk for a 2012 Renault 5 E-Tech.

Working in its favour

  • Euro NCAP (2017): 5-star safety rating.
  • Valid MOT until January 2027 provides immediate peace of mind for roadworthiness.
  • Consistent, low annual mileage (4,360 miles/yr) suggests light use and potential longevity.
  • No recent major failures or advisories on the most recent MOT (Jan 2026), indicating current roadworthiness.

Mileage history

Apr 2015: 22,995 mi PASSFeb 2016: 27,887 mi FAILFeb 2016: 27,888 mi PASSFeb 2017: 31,402 mi FAILMar 2017: 31,402 mi PASSFeb 2018: 36,498 mi FAILFeb 2018: 36,498 mi PASSFeb 2019: 39,623 mi FAILFeb 2019: 39,623 mi PASSFeb 2020: 43,115 mi FAILFeb 2020: 43,115 mi PASSFeb 2021: 44,647 mi PASSFeb 2022: 46,924 mi FAILFeb 2022: 46,924 mi PASSFeb 2023: 49,329 mi FAILFeb 2023: 49,329 mi PASSJan 2024: 51,202 mi PASSJan 2025: 56,626 mi FAILJan 2025: 56,626 mi PASSJan 2026: 61,178 mi PASS61k42k23kApr 2015Jan 2026

MOT test history — 12/20 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
Apr 2015 PASS 22,995 mi None recorded
Feb 2016 FAIL 27,887 mi
FAIL Offside Rear rear brake application uneven 50% n/s/r low effort (3.7.B.2)
ADVISORY Offside Rear Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
ADVISORY Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view n/s mirror cover broken but mirror is secure (8.1.2a)
Feb 2016 PASS 27,888 mi None recorded
Feb 2017 FAIL 31,402 mi
FAIL Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
FAIL Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
ADVISORY Nearside Front cut in side wall not showing cord
Mar 2017 PASS 31,402 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front cut in side wall not showing cord
Feb 2018 FAIL 36,498 mi
ADVISORY Items removed from driver's view prior to test
FAIL Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
Feb 2018 PASS 36,498 mi
ADVISORY Items removed from driver's view prior to test
Feb 2019 FAIL 39,623 mi
PRS Offside Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
Feb 2019 PASS 39,623 mi None recorded
Feb 2020 FAIL 43,115 mi
PRS Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
Feb 2020 PASS 43,115 mi None recorded
Feb 2021 PASS 44,647 mi None recorded
Feb 2022 FAIL 46,924 mi
MAJOR Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment (1.1.15 (f))
MAJOR Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
MAJOR Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Feb 2022 PASS 46,924 mi None recorded
Feb 2023 FAIL 49,329 mi
PRS Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
PRS Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and OSF rusty inners (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Feb 2023 PASS 49,329 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and OSF rusty inners (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Jan 2024 PASS 51,202 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Jan 2025 FAIL 56,626 mi
MAJOR Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
MAJOR Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
MAJOR Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Jan 2025 PASS 56,626 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Jan 2026 PASS 61,178 mi None recorded

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