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BN55 MLX

2005 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

106,689 mi
Last recorded106,689 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2018
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN55 MLX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2018 106,689 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 98,526 miles

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

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

engine cover fitted not allowing full inspection of testable items

front and rear suspension components corroded

Pass 19 May 2016 94,245 miles
Fail 18 May 2016 94,219 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 6 May 2015 89,527 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2014 85,914 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 May 2013 82,274 miles

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

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

Pass 4 May 2012 76,975 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 70,379 miles
Fail 9 May 2011 70,379 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 13 Sep 2010 60,624 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 42,846 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2009 42,846 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Oct 2008 28,009 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 27,556 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 MLX is a 2005 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BN55 MLX, 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 MLX registered?

BN55 MLX is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 19 September 2005.

Is BN55 MLX safe to buy?

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