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FA05 JVR

2005 Renault Megane

Blue Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

136,963 mi
Last recorded136,963 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2014
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA05 JVR
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2014 136,963 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 30 Sep 2013 128,940 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 8 Oct 2012 123,019 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 8 Oct 2012 123,019 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 23 Sep 2011 119,584 miles

slight play in both inner steering rack joints

Fail 23 Sep 2011 119,584 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

slight play in both inner steering rack joints

Pass 20 Sep 2010 116,211 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 107,175 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2009 107,139 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2008 100,049 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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FA05 JVR is a 2005 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 JVR, 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 FA05 JVR registered?

FA05 JVR is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 28 July 2005.

Is FA05 JVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA05 JVR shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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