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BK55 UMF

2005 Renault Megane

Grey Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2023
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

120,729 mi
Last recorded120,729 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2022
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK55 UMF
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2022 120,729 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Dec 2021 110,223 miles

lower engine cover damaged

Fail 24 Nov 2021 109,696 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Corroded in clip (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 103,613 miles

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 8 Dec 2020 103,613 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Jan 2020 101,974 miles

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

Fail 8 Jan 2020 101,974 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded main metal (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded main metal (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 3 Jan 2019 96,475 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2018 91,785 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 8 Jan 2018 91,785 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 20 Jan 2017 81,554 miles

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

Fail 20 Jan 2017 81,554 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 1 Mar 2016 71,802 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 68,255 miles

Centre Lower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Rear Upper engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Pass 22 Apr 2014 63,894 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 59,890 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 55,558 miles

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

Fail 11 Jun 2012 55,558 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2011 50,684 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 48,809 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2010 44,132 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 41,585 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 4 Sep 2008 36,550 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

wiper blades in poor condition

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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BK55 UMF is a 2005 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 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 BK55 UMF, 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

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What year was BK55 UMF registered?

BK55 UMF is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 8 September 2005.

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