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BW54 YAU

2005 Renault Megane

Silver Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2015
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

126,949 mi
Last recorded126,949 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2014
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW54 YAU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2014 126,949 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

n/s/r, o/s/r, n/s/f tyres worn close to limit

slight roughness o/s/r wheel bearing

Pass 17 Apr 2013 122,110 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2013 122,110 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

front inner arches covers fitted

Pass 2 Mar 2012 111,589 miles

Oil leak

boot switch faulty

both rear tyres on limit

o/s/r discs corroded

Fail 28 Feb 2012 111,575 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

boot switch faulty

both rear tyres on limit

o/s/r discs corroded

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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BW54 YAU is a 2005 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 BW54 YAU, 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 BW54 YAU registered?

BW54 YAU is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 6 January 2005.

Is BW54 YAU safe to buy?

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