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BN55 JVL

2005 Renault Megane

Grey Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2017
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

81,182 mi
Last recorded81,182 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2016
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN55 JVL
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2016 81,182 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)

Parking brake lever repaired, but not inappropriately (3.1.8)

engine covers (upper and lower) fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 15 Aug 2016 81,181 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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)

Parking brake lever repaired, but not inappropriately (3.1.8)

engine covers (upper and lower) fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 5 Aug 2015 76,993 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Aug 2015 76,992 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2014 70,172 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front registration plate deteriorated

slight play at nearside front wheel

Fail 5 Aug 2014 70,172 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front registration plate deteriorated

slight play at nearside front wheel

Pass 6 Aug 2013 64,176 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

both front tyres wearing low and out of shape

nearside rear tyre close to limit and out of shape

Fail 6 Aug 2013 64,176 miles

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

Offside Outer 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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

both front tyres wearing low and out of shape

nearside rear tyre close to limit and out of shape

Pass 3 Aug 2012 62,570 miles

rear brake pads worn low

slight play at nearside front wheel

Pass 5 Aug 2011 61,399 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2011 61,399 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2010 51,487 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2010 51,487 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Aug 2009 38,299 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 22,841 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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BN55 JVL is a 2005 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BN55 JVL, 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 BN55 JVL registered?

BN55 JVL is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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