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BT05 FFM

2005 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

84,039 mi
Last recorded84,039 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2016
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT05 FFM
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2016 84,039 miles

Nearside rear wheel bearing has some play

Offside and nearside rack ends have some play on maximum tolerance

Fail 22 Apr 2016 84,039 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 Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside rear wheel bearing has some play

Offside and nearside rack ends have some play on maximum tolerance

Pass 7 May 2015 66,984 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 7 May 2015 66,984 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Slight bind offside rear brakes

Pass 29 Apr 2014 47,140 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 40,886 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

front brake discs worn on inner sides

rear brakes slightly binding

Fail 15 May 2012 37,459 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

front and rear brake discs are pitted on faces

o/s rear tyre 2.4mm

Pass 15 May 2012 37,459 miles

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

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

front and rear brake discs are pitted on faces

o/s rear tyre 2.4mm

Pass 1 Jul 2010 26,913 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2010 26,913 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 18,491 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 19 Jun 2008 11,932 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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BT05 FFM is a 2005 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BT05 FFM, 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 BT05 FFM registered?

BT05 FFM is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 11 July 2005.

Is BT05 FFM safe to buy?

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