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BN05 ZVU

2005 Renault Megane

Grey Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

111,790 mi
Last recorded111,790 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2014
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN05 ZVU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2014 111,790 miles

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

Front Wipers Worn

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

Fail 7 Jul 2014 111,790 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Front Wipers Worn

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 10 Jun 2013 97,716 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2012 88,601 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

slight play in both rack arms

Pass 25 Mar 2011 73,908 miles

rear discs worn

slight play in n/s rack arm

Pass 27 Apr 2010 63,763 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 54,493 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

n/s mirror damaged

slight play at n/s rack arm

Fail 17 Jun 2009 54,483 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

n/s mirror damaged

slight play at n/s rack arm

Pass 1 May 2008 44,508 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 ZVU is a 2005 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 ZVU, 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

How do I check the history of BN05 ZVU?

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What year was BN05 ZVU registered?

BN05 ZVU is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 19 April 2005.

Is BN05 ZVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN05 ZVU shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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