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BL05 WSY

2005 Renault Megane

Red Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

211,509 mi
Last recorded211,509 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL05 WSY
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2017 211,509 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front inner wheel arch liner deteriorated

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

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

tailgate does not open

Fail 13 Sep 2017 211,509 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front inner wheel arch liner deteriorated

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

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

tailgate does not open

Pass 16 Sep 2016 201,149 miles

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both (2.7.2a)

Fail 15 Sep 2016 201,146 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both (2.7.2a)

Pass 22 Oct 2015 189,715 miles

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

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 14 Aug 2014 172,741 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 156,947 miles

centre brake light not working

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 12 Sep 2012 152,223 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front suspension covered in corrosion

front tyre wear

Fail 12 Sep 2012 152,223 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front suspension covered in corrosion

front tyre wear

Pass 13 Sep 2011 151,512 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2011 151,512 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Sep 2010 151,002 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 150,456 miles

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

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 2 Jul 2008 136,428 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2008 136,428 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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 WSY is a 2005 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,461cc diesel 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 BL05 WSY, 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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BL05 WSY is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 16 August 2005.

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