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DG55 SHZ

2005 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

71,499 mi
Last recorded71,499 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2015
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG55 SHZ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2015 71,499 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 14 Jan 2015 71,499 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)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 1 Feb 2014 64,228 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 59,173 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 54,903 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2010 49,698 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Oct 2010 49,698 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 47,272 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 18 Sep 2008 37,563 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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DG55 SHZ is a 2005 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 DG55 SHZ, 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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How do I check the history of DG55 SHZ?

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What year was DG55 SHZ registered?

DG55 SHZ is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 21 September 2005.

Is DG55 SHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG55 SHZ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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