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BV05 XKJ

2005 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2015
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

84,111 mi
Last recorded84,111 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2014
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV05 XKJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Fail 8 Dec 2014 84,111 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 8 Dec 2014 84,111 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2013 75,608 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2012 69,107 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Dec 2012 69,107 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 61,254 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2012 61,254 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 10 Mar 2011 55,212 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 47,217 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2010 47,082 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Mar 2009 38,072 miles

slight play in nearside inner rack joint

Pass 15 Mar 2008 29,222 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2008 28,995 miles

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

Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Nearside Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Offside Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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 XKJ is a 2005 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 BV05 XKJ, 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 XKJ registered?

BV05 XKJ is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 15 March 2005.

Is BV05 XKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV05 XKJ shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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