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DY05 NLV

2005 Renault Megane

Silver Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

134,464 mi
Last recorded134,464 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2019
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY05 NLV
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2019 134,464 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

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

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

horn quiet

Pass 15 Jun 2018 130,532 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (7.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 14 Jun 2018 130,532 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (7.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front tyre deteriorated and worn on both edges

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 9 Jun 2017 126,187 miles

Offside Front tyre deteriorated

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

horn not very loud , just meets mot criteria

Fail 8 Jun 2017 126,185 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened in poor condition (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened in poor condition (3.5.1i)

Offside Front tyre deteriorated

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

horn not very loud , just meets mot criteria

Pass 22 Jun 2016 121,156 miles

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

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

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

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

slight play inners steering rack joints

Fail 22 Jun 2016 121,156 miles

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

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

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

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

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

slight play inners steering rack joints

Pass 19 Jun 2015 115,725 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 19 Jun 2015 115,725 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 111,631 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2013 102,459 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2012 93,380 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2011 83,280 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 71,844 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 62,306 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 52,296 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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DY05 NLV is a 2005 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DY05 NLV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DY05 NLV registered?

DY05 NLV is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is DY05 NLV safe to buy?

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