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CX05 UWV

2005 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2024
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

106,407 mi
Last recorded106,407 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2023
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX05 UWV
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2023 106,407 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 100,298 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material into brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on brake caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on axle (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material into brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on brake caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on axle (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 into brake hoses (1.1.11 (c))

n/s + o/s front ABS wire not routed as should be, cable tied to track rod arms

Fail 23 Aug 2021 100,292 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material into brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on brake caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on axle (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material into brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on brake caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on axle (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 into brake hoses (1.1.11 (c))

n/s + o/s front ABS wire not routed as should be, cable tied to track rod arms

Pass 6 Aug 2020 94,464 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2020 94,464 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2019 90,556 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 27 Apr 2019 90,556 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Apr 2018 88,105 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 Apr 2017 86,280 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2017 86,276 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 May 2016 83,972 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 81,193 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 20 Mar 2015 81,177 miles

Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

after market wheels fitted

anti slip on brake pedal worn

Pass 20 Jan 2014 76,098 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 66,903 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2013 66,903 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 May 2012 60,245 miles
Fail 11 May 2012 60,240 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 May 2011 50,987 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 50,987 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 26 May 2009 38,506 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 32,601 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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CX05 UWV is a 2005 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 CX05 UWV, 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 CX05 UWV registered?

CX05 UWV is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 29 April 2005.

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