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FA05 JNO

2005 Renault Megane

Black Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

155,531 mi
Last recorded155,531 miles
Recorded on17 May 2018
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA05 JNO
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 May 2018 155,531 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 149,744 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 139,822 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 130,994 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc corroded

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

Offside Front brake disc corroded

Pass 19 Aug 2014 120,061 miles

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Secondary fuel flap seal split.

Pass 27 Aug 2013 109,440 miles

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

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 14 Aug 2012 98,987 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 91,493 miles

N/S/F tyre worn almost devoid of visable tread on outer edge

O/S/R left side brake hose ferrule slightly corroded

Some parts of O/S/F tyre are worn low on outer edge

Fail 1 Sep 2011 91,493 miles

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

N/S/F tyre worn almost devoid of visable tread on outer edge

O/S/R left side brake hose ferrule slightly corroded

Some parts of O/S/F tyre are worn low on outer edge

Pass 26 Aug 2010 82,413 miles

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

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

Nearside rear childseat fitted, unable to assess seat belt.

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

Fail 24 Aug 2010 82,290 miles

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

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

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

Nearside rear childseat fitted, unable to assess seat belt.

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

Pass 12 Aug 2009 72,168 miles

offside steering arm slight play

Fail 8 Aug 2009 72,168 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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offside steering arm slight play

Pass 15 Aug 2008 63,860 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2008 63,860 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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FA05 JNO is a 2005 Renault Megane in Black 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 FA05 JNO, 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 FA05 JNO registered?

FA05 JNO is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 10 August 2005.

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