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CP05 JLX

2005 Renault Megane

Green Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2016
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

73,849 mi
Last recorded73,849 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2015
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP05 JLX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2015 73,849 miles

Unable to check N/S R seatbelt fully due to fitment of childs seat

Fail 24 Nov 2015 73,849 miles

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

Unable to check N/S R seatbelt fully due to fitment of childs seat

Fail 21 Nov 2014 70,061 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 21 Nov 2014 70,061 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 3 Dec 2013 59,854 miles

play in nearside steering rack end

Fail 3 Dec 2013 59,848 miles

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

play in nearside steering rack end

Pass 12 Nov 2012 49,546 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 12 Nov 2012 49,527 miles

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 5 Dec 2011 38,608 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2011 38,121 miles

Child seat fitted to O/S/R seat, unable to fully inspect belt

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 25 Feb 2011 38,121 miles

Child seat fitted to O/S/R seat, unable to fully inspect belt

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

Pass 8 Mar 2010 33,111 miles

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

slight crack in o/s mirror

washer switch cracked but working

Pass 23 Nov 2009
Fail 23 Nov 2009

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Sep 2008 21,477 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside 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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CP05 JLX is a 2005 Renault Megane in Green with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 CP05 JLX, 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 CP05 JLX registered?

CP05 JLX is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 9 May 2005.

Is CP05 JLX safe to buy?

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