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BL05 VMG

2005 Renault Megane

Blue Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

171,267 mi
Last recorded171,267 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL05 VMG
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2017 171,267 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 156,199 miles

Nearside Front tie rod has play

Rear rear pads low discs thin

Fail 19 Sep 2016 156,199 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Parking brake lever releases when knocked (3.1.6a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front tie rod has play

Rear rear pads low discs thin

Pass 17 Sep 2015 132,684 miles

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

Nearside steering arm has slight movement in inner joint

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 20 Sep 2014 110,976 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 94,786 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 82,612 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 75,240 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010
Pass 20 Jun 2009 58,286 miles

front brake discs worn and lipped

front tyres becoming low on tread

n/s/f wiper deteriorating

o/s of steering rack worn

Nail in nearside front tyre

Fail 27 Jun 2008 50,207 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2008 50,207 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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BL05 VMG is a 2005 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BL05 VMG, 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 BL05 VMG registered?

BL05 VMG is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 30 June 2005.

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