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DV55 VKK

2005 Renault Megane

Grey Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

122,896 mi
Last recorded122,896 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2019
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV55 VKK
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2019 122,896 miles
Fail 23 May 2019 122,880 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded Both rear from brake flexy`s (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 119,450 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 6 Jun 2018 119,439 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2017 113,578 miles

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

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play steering arm (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 3 Mar 2016 109,828 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 106,584 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 99,046 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 91,131 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2012 82,219 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 69,937 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2010 69,861 miles

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

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

Nearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Nov 2009 53,754 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Nov 2009 53,754 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2008 41,187 miles

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

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

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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DV55 VKK is a 2005 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 DV55 VKK, 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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DV55 VKK is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 5 December 2005.

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