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BN05 VGV

2005 Renault Megane

Silver Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

126,226 mi
Last recorded126,226 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2016
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN05 VGV
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2016 126,226 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Mar 2015 120,387 miles

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

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

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 6 Mar 2015 120,387 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2014 115,756 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2013 106,421 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 10 Mar 2012 97,586 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 8 Mar 2011 90,407 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 8 Mar 2011 90,407 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 83,092 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2009 71,994 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2008 52,613 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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BN05 VGV is a 2005 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 BN05 VGV, 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 BN05 VGV registered?

BN05 VGV is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 4 March 2005.

Is BN05 VGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN05 VGV shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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