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BN05 ZXM

2005 Renault Megane

Black Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

117,756 mi
Last recorded117,756 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN05 ZXM
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 117,756 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 115,139 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2023 111,927 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 110,094 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2022 110,092 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 98,547 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 96,339 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2019 94,492 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 92,311 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 90,522 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 88,182 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 84,865 miles

engine and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 27 Sep 2014 81,050 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Sep 2013 77,613 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Oct 2012 75,672 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear disc surfaces corroded.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Sep 2011 73,013 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 18 Sep 2010 69,526 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 66,104 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 61,812 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Offside Front Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Fail 8 May 2009 61,812 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Offside Front Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Pass 9 May 2008 49,015 miles

Nearside Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Offside Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

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 ZXM is a 2005 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 ZXM, 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 BN05 ZXM registered?

BN05 ZXM is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 9 May 2005.

Is BN05 ZXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN05 ZXM shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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