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BN05 ZXW

2005 Renault Megane

Blue Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

81,457 mi
Last recorded81,457 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2019
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN05 ZXW
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2019 81,457 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 73,614 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2017 72,226 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

deterioration to front brake disc's

Fail 20 Jul 2017 72,226 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

deterioration to front brake disc's

Pass 8 Jul 2016 69,115 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 65,825 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2014 63,847 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2013 59,381 miles

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 slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 29 Oct 2013 59,381 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2012 53,292 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2012 50,529 miles

SLIGHT PLAY IN FRONT STEERING

Fail 11 Feb 2012 50,529 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

SLIGHT PLAY IN FRONT STEERING

Pass 12 Feb 2011 45,870 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 41,131 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 35,832 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 29,872 miles

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

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 ZXW is a 2005 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 BN05 ZXW, 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 ZXW registered?

BN05 ZXW is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 29 June 2005.

Is BN05 ZXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN05 ZXW shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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