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BF55 CSU

2005 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2020
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

72,480 mi
Last recorded72,480 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2019
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF55 CSU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2019 72,480 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

slight play in steering rack

under tray fitted

Pass 8 Nov 2018 79,562 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 8 Nov 2018 79,562 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 16 Feb 2016 65,160 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

slight play in rack ends

Fail 16 Feb 2016 65,160 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

slight play in rack ends

Fail 10 Feb 2015 58,629 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Feb 2015 58,629 miles

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

Pass 3 Jan 2014 54,111 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2014 54,111 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Sep 2012 47,676 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2012 47,676 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Sep 2011 41,792 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 41,573 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 34,432 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 27,538 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 21,285 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2008 21,285 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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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BF55 CSU is a 2005 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 BF55 CSU, 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 BF55 CSU registered?

BF55 CSU is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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