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AK05 KUR

2005 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

56,586 mi
Last recorded56,586 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2016
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 KUR
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2016 56,586 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Pass 5 Dec 2014 52,698 miles

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

Fail 22 Oct 2014 52,694 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Pass 18 Sep 2013 49,293 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2013 49,293 miles

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)

Pass 30 Oct 2012 43,426 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 34,328 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2011 34,328 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 32,781 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 31,033 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2010 31,033 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2008 25,445 miles

n/s steering arm has play in it

n/s/r brake disc corroded

o/s steering arm has play in it

o/s/r brake disc corroded

Fail 7 Mar 2008 24,757 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Mar 2008 24,757 miles

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 KUR is a 2005 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KUR, 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 KUR registered?

AK05 KUR is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 8 April 2005.

Is AK05 KUR safe to buy?

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