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DU55 CWA

2005 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2016
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

79,043 mi
Last recorded79,043 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2015
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU55 CWA
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2015 79,043 miles

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 16 Jul 2015 79,043 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Jan 2015 72,251 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 5 Jan 2015 72,250 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 10 Jul 2014 75,232 miles

Nearside Electrical wiring damaged and bare wires exposed (1.9.2c)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Steering lock fails to engage (2.1.4b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Pass 16 Apr 2013 71,057 miles

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

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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

Fail 16 Apr 2013 71,057 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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

Pass 29 Mar 2012 64,886 miles

air bag light on

Pass 30 Mar 2011 59,966 miles

slight play in rack end

Fail 30 Mar 2011 59,966 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

slight play in rack end

Pass 31 Mar 2010 51,059 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2010 51,059 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 1 Apr 2009 39,190 miles

slight play in steering rack arms

Fail 29 Jul 2008 28,049 miles

front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 29 Jul 2008 28,049 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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DU55 CWA is a 2005 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

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 DU55 CWA, 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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DU55 CWA is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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