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AO05 BZJ

2005 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

40,034 mi
Last recorded40,034 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2016
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO05 BZJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2016 40,034 miles

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

Fail 25 Jan 2016 40,034 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2015 38,037 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 36,295 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2014 36,295 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Jan 2013 34,384 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

N/S+O/S REAR BRAKE DISC RUSTING ON INSIDE

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

Pass 6 Jan 2012 31,721 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2011 23,601 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 18,895 miles

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

Fail 11 Mar 2010 18,895 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2009 14,300 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 10,729 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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AO05 BZJ is a 2005 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AO05 BZJ, 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 AO05 BZJ registered?

AO05 BZJ is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 17 March 2005.

Is AO05 BZJ safe to buy?

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