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BT05 SNJ

2005 Renault Megane

Grey Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

142,956 mi
Last recorded142,956 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2014
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT05 SNJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2014 142,956 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/tie bar slightly play

Fail 22 Nov 2014 142,888 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/tie bar slightly play

Pass 26 Nov 2013 125,223 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 23 Nov 2013 125,131 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Nov 2012 104,229 miles

r/exhaust robber poor condition

Pass 3 Dec 2011 89,387 miles

Oil leak

under tray fittewd .r/exhaust rubber bracket mounting poor condition

Fail 1 Dec 2011 89,121 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Oil leak

under tray fittewd .r/exhaust rubber bracket mounting poor condition

Pass 20 Nov 2010 76,144 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 61,516 miles

Engine has a major oil leak

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

Pass 29 Nov 2008 45,895 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 SNJ is a 2005 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 SNJ, 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 SNJ registered?

BT05 SNJ is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 6 July 2005.

Is BT05 SNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT05 SNJ shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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