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AK05 LZW

2005 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2017
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

94,142 mi
Last recorded94,142 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2016
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 LZW
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2016 94,142 miles

Chip in windscreen - drivers view ok

Play in both steering arm inner joints

n/s/r indicator faded

n/s/r wheel inner bead rim well damaged

o/s headlamp loose but still secure

Fail 15 Apr 2016 94,111 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Chip in windscreen - drivers view ok

Play in both steering arm inner joints

n/s/r indicator faded

n/s/r wheel inner bead rim well damaged

o/s headlamp loose but still secure

o/s/f strut top mount noisy

Pass 15 Apr 2015 88,312 miles

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

Fail 10 Apr 2015 88,312 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside 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 Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2014 79,753 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2013 70,199 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2013 70,199 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2012 60,651 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 60,651 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 47,889 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 47,889 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 10 Mar 2010 36,202 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2010 36,202 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 27,318 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 19,466 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2008 19,466 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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 LZW is a 2005 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 LZW, 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 LZW registered?

AK05 LZW is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 7 April 2005.

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