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AJ05 XKF

2005 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

73,384 mi
Last recorded73,384 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2015
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ05 XKF
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2015 73,384 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 58,305 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

both sides front wipers could be better

car over heated during test

Fail 2 Sep 2014 58,303 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Inner Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Nearside Outer 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 Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

both sides front wipers could be better

car over heated during test

Pass 12 Aug 2013 36,833 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2013 36,833 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Aug 2012 29,702 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2012 29,702 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 27,645 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 24,164 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 Jul 2009 19,881 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 8 Jul 2008 14,603 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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AJ05 XKF is a 2005 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2005 Renault Megane models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 66,457 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 AJ05 XKF, 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 21 years old, this Renault Megane is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AJ05 XKF registered?

AJ05 XKF is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 30 July 2005.

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