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BF55 JXU

2005 Renault Megane

Blue Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

105,566 mi
Last recorded105,566 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2016
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF55 JXU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2016 105,566 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 99,985 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2014 86,789 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 74,868 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2013 74,855 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Nov 2012 65,573 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 21 Nov 2012 65,573 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 14 Dec 2011 60,303 miles

slight freeplay steering rack offside

Pass 19 Jan 2011 55,669 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2011 55,669 miles

Front Fuel pipe union leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Jan 2010 44,826 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2010 44,826 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

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

Pass 22 Jan 2009 31,794 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 JXU is a 2005 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 JXU, 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 JXU registered?

BF55 JXU is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 21 September 2005.

Is BF55 JXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF55 JXU shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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