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FA05 MDZ

2005 Renault Megane

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2019
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

99,170 mi
Last recorded99,170 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA05 MDZ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2018 99,170 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 7 Aug 2018 99,170 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 92,944 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 84,872 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2016 84,872 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 74,615 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2014 71,218 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2014 71,213 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 66,394 miles

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

Fail 20 Jun 2013 66,394 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 17 Aug 2012 61,992 miles

airbag light on

near side rear tyre on 2mm tread depth

off side rear indicator slightly discoloured

off side rear tyre on 3mm tread depth

slight engine oil leak

slight play in off side steering rack arm

Fail 15 Aug 2011 53,615 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 53,615 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 44,176 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 37,656 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2009 37,656 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 Aug 2008 29,211 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 MDZ is a 2005 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 FA05 MDZ, 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 MDZ registered?

FA05 MDZ is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 4 August 2005.

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