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AJ55 PPV

2005 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

71,414 mi
Last recorded71,414 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2016
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ55 PPV
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2016 71,414 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 16 Dec 2015 71,053 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Nearside Rear tyre sidewall cut not deep enough to reach cords

Offside Front seatbelt requires assistance to retract

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

engine covers / undertrays fitted obscuring testable components

play in steering rack inner joints

Fail 15 Dec 2015 71,053 miles

Offside Front Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Nearside Rear tyre sidewall cut not deep enough to reach cords

Offside Front seatbelt requires assistance to retract

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

engine covers / undertrays fitted obscuring testable components

play in steering rack inner joints

Fail 17 Dec 2014 69,606 miles

offside seatbelt requires assistance to retract

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear tyre cut in sidewall not deep enough to reach cords

Pass 17 Dec 2014 69,606 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear tyre cut in sidewall not deep enough to reach cords

offside seatbelt requires assistance to retract

Pass 23 Dec 2013 67,234 miles

Corrosion to front and rear flexi hose ferrules

Headlamp shows slight yellow tint - okay for MOT

Nearside front wheel arch liner damaged

Sections of offside rear brake pad material appear to be deteriorating and / or breaking away

Slight movement in both steering rack knuckle joints

Pass 14 Dec 2012 64,285 miles

Both front headlamp bulbs showing slightly yellow light

Cut in sidewall of nearside rear tyre - not showing cords or re-inforcement

Slight movement in both front steering rack joints

Fail 14 Dec 2012 64,285 miles

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

Both front headlamp bulbs showing slightly yellow light

Both rear indicators discoloured

Cut in sidewall of nearside rear tyre - not showing cords or re-inforcement

Slight movement in both front steering rack joints

Pass 25 Nov 2011 56,053 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

all brake discs in very poor condition

Pass 24 Dec 2010 44,145 miles

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

rear brake discs poor condition

Fail 18 Dec 2009 34,577 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Dec 2009 34,577 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Dec 2008 23,515 miles

drivers seat belt slightly slow in retracting

fuel flap dust seal is slightly perished

rear brake disc inner surfaces are slightly corroded

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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AJ55 PPV is a 2005 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 AJ55 PPV, 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 AJ55 PPV registered?

AJ55 PPV is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 15 December 2005.

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The MOT history for AJ55 PPV shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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