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AO05 HDJ

2005 Renault Megane

Silver Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

170,460 mi
Last recorded170,460 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2016
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO05 HDJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2016 170,460 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2016 170,445 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 157,747 miles

clutch worn

Fail 31 Mar 2015 157,747 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

both front tyers out of shape 195/65/r15 continental

clutch worn

rear exhaust mount snapt but is supported

Fail 25 Mar 2014 144,786 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 25 Mar 2014 144,786 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 131,257 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 112,868 miles

Front spring noise on turning

Horn slightly weak

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 2 Apr 2011 96,777 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 78,006 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 59,688 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2009 59,688 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Apr 2008 37,851 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 HDJ is a 2005 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,461cc diesel 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 AO05 HDJ, 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 HDJ registered?

AO05 HDJ is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 6 April 2005.

Is AO05 HDJ safe to buy?

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