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AO55 AWU

2005 Renault Megane

Red Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

143,702 mi
Last recorded143,702 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2018
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO55 AWU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2018 143,702 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear seats not fitted at time of mot inspection

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Sep 2018 143,702 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear seats not fitted at time of mot inspection

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2017 112,525 miles

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Offside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Fail 11 Sep 2017 112,525 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Offside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 20 Sep 2016 102,442 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 17 Sep 2015 94,696 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 86,767 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 79,309 miles

near side front tyre wearing on outside edge

Pass 12 Sep 2012 72,399 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 63,600 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 55,370 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 47,396 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 39,640 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2008 39,640 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

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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AO55 AWU is a 2005 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 AO55 AWU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO55 AWU registered?

AO55 AWU is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is AO55 AWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO55 AWU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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