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FD05 BXJ

2005 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

70,460 mi
Last recorded70,460 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD05 BXJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2017 70,460 miles

MIL on

Oil leak ()

front brake discs lipped

Fail 10 Nov 2017 70,460 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

MIL on

Oil leak ()

front brake discs lipped

Pass 11 Nov 2016 64,530 miles

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment Both fronts (2.5.A.1c)

Oil leak Engine oil leak ()

Fail 10 Nov 2016 64,529 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint Bottom ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment Both fronts (2.5.A.1c)

Oil leak Engine oil leak ()

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both fronts (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Nov 2015 56,098 miles

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

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)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded and cracked (3.5.1i)

Pass 6 Nov 2014 45,427 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 13 Nov 2013 36,648 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 34,239 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 30 Mar 2012 30,153 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 25,584 miles

(4.0)The nearside front tyre has a nail present within the inner shoulder of the sectional width

(4.2A.1)All road wheels have centre caps fitted

NOTES TO THE PRESENTER OF THE NAMED VEHICLE.

SECTION - 4 - TYRES AND ROAD WHEELS

The vehicle manufacturer on this model has fitted from the factory various protective covers,which are preventing a visual inspection of the struture,suspension and steering compoents.

There is no stripping or dismantling permitted as a part of the examination,therefore not all items/areas can be fully inspected completely

Fail 5 Feb 2011 25,557 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

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

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

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Rear rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

(2.6.1)The offside rear wheel bearings cannot be assessed for roughness in operation due to the condition of the brakes.See also section (3.7A.5c and 6) of the VT30 document

(3.7.5a)The offside rear service brake has a slight bind present.See also section (3.7A.5c and 6) VT30 docuemnt

(4.2A.1)All road wheels have centre caps fitted

NOTES TO THE PRESENTER OF THE NAMED VEHICLE.

SECTION - 2 - STEERING (INCLUDING SUSPENSION)

SECTION - 3 - BRAKES

SECTION - 4 - TYRES AND ROAD WHEELS

The vehicle manufacturer on this model has fitted from the factory various protective covers,which are preventing a visual inspection of the struture,suspension and steering compoents.

There is no stripping or dismantling permitted as a part of the examination,therefore not all items/areas can be fully inspected completely

Pass 18 Feb 2010 21,613 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 18,554 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 13,620 miles

Grazing to n/s/f outer tyre wall

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

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

o/s wiper blade slightly split

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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FD05 BXJ is a 2005 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FD05 BXJ, 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 FD05 BXJ registered?

FD05 BXJ is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 4 May 2005.

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