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AO55 KWD

2005 Renault Megane

Beige Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2021
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

151,774 mi
Last recorded151,774 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2020
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO55 KWD
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2020 151,774 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2020 151,774 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2019 145,555 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2019 145,555 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) inner tie rods (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 137,303 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2018 137,303 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 129,559 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

rear shocks rusty

slight play detected in o/s steering

Fail 14 Sep 2017 129,559 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

slight play detected in o/s steering

Pass 2 Sep 2016 119,975 miles

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

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

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

Slight movement in both front steering arms

Pass 17 Aug 2015 111,718 miles

Nearside Front tyre 3mm

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

slight oil leak

slight play in steering rack arms

Fail 17 Aug 2015 111,718 miles

Nearside Front tyre 3mm

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

slight oil leak

slight play in steering rack arms

Pass 15 Sep 2014 99,424 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

centre and rear exhaust rubbers perished

Pass 13 Sep 2013 87,155 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 13 Sep 2013 87,155 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 17 Sep 2012 75,401 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 18 May 2011 61,663 miles

Slight play in n/s steering arm

Fail 18 May 2011 61,663 miles

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

Slight play in n/s steering arm

Pass 2 Jun 2010 51,604 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 45,038 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2009 45,038 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 16 Oct 2008 33,121 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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AO55 KWD is a 2005 Renault Megane in Beige with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 AO55 KWD, 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 AO55 KWD registered?

AO55 KWD is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 15 October 2005.

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