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BV05 XJK

2005 Renault Megane

Blue Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

132,092 mi
Last recorded132,092 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV05 XJK
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2019 132,092 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Mar 2019 132,089 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure exhaust mounting (6.1.2 (a))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play Rack End (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 128,528 miles

Central exhaust rubber weak

Pass 25 Mar 2017 120,306 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 111,919 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 103,781 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 93,741 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 81,033 miles

slight play offside and nearside stearing rack ends

Pass 5 Mar 2012 70,646 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 61,130 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 48,252 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2010 48,252 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 19 Mar 2009 38,674 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 26,207 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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BV05 XJK is a 2005 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BV05 XJK, 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 BV05 XJK registered?

BV05 XJK is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 23 March 2005.

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