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BF55 JVN

2005 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

118,586 mi
Last recorded118,586 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF55 JVN
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2017 118,586 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 104,123 miles

o/s/r tyre perishing/cracking

Fail 17 Oct 2016 104,084 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

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

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

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Offside Rear tyre perished

covers and shields fitted

Pass 10 Sep 2015 91,842 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance lense (1.1.A.3d)

air bag light flicker

Fail 10 Sep 2015 91,842 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement gearbox monting (6.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance lense (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 9 Oct 2014 84,625 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 78,489 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2012 75,560 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 14 Sep 2012 75,560 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 3 Oct 2011 73,144 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2011 73,144 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2010 70,066 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 8 Sep 2010 70,066 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 21 Sep 2009 68,413 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2008 66,465 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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BF55 JVN is a 2005 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 BF55 JVN, 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 JVN registered?

BF55 JVN is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 8 September 2005.

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The MOT history for BF55 JVN shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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