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AK05 KTX

2005 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

97,327 mi
Last recorded97,327 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 KTX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2017 97,327 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2015 88,684 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 83,231 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 78,726 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 74,188 miles

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

tpms sensor fault

Fail 11 May 2012 74,188 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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

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

tpms sensor fault

Pass 11 May 2011 69,713 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2011 69,713 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 66,021 miles

engine management warning light flashing

Fail 28 Apr 2010 66,021 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 56,410 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 34,924 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

bellypan fitted

Fail 26 Mar 2008 34,924 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

bellypan fitted

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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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AK05 KTX 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 AK05 KTX, 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 AK05 KTX registered?

AK05 KTX is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 24 March 2005.

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