CarVerify

Free Car Check

BD55 WYU

2005 Renault Megane

Gold Petrol 1598cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2021
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

72,533 mi
Last recorded72,533 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2021
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Renault
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD55 WYU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Fail 27 Jul 2021 72,533 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2020 67,528 miles

play in osf track rod end

shocks rusty

Pass 19 Mar 2019 62,373 miles

rear shocks rusty

slight play in track rod end

Pass 23 Mar 2018 57,546 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

nsf tyre wearing on edge

slight play in steering rack

Pass 15 Mar 2017 52,541 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rack ends have slight play

Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection on some testable items

Fail 14 Mar 2017 52,541 miles

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

Steering wheel locking device insecure (2.1.6)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rack ends have slight play

Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection on some testable items

Pass 23 Feb 2016 48,357 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2015 46,638 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2015 46,638 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 43,733 miles

Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 18 Mar 2013 40,673 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2013 40,673 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Mar 2012 37,158 miles

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)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 13 Mar 2012 37,158 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 30 Nov 2010 32,559 miles

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

Slight play noted in both inner track rod joints

Fail 27 Nov 2010 32,536 miles

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

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

O/side rear tyre has piece cut out of side wall

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

Slight play noted in both inner track rod joints

Pass 8 Dec 2009 26,429 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2009 26,401 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 2 Dec 2008 19,872 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2008 19,836 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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
Full Renault Megane reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

BD55 WYU is a 2005 Renault Megane in Gold with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 BD55 WYU, 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

How do I check the history of BD55 WYU?

You can check the full history of BD55 WYU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BD55 WYU registered?

BD55 WYU is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 7 December 2005.

Is BD55 WYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD55 WYU shows 20 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BD55 WYU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on BD55 WYU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.