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FD05 VMG

2005 Renault Megane

Silver Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

175,920 mi
Last recorded175,920 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2019
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD05 VMG
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2019 175,920 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2019 175,894 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 168,421 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 164,555 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 160,992 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 157,030 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 151,981 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 140,448 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 126,111 miles

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

o/s/r seat belt not tested as child seat fitted.

Fail 16 May 2012 126,111 miles

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

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

o/s/r seat belt not tested as child seat fitted.

Pass 4 May 2011 108,179 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 108,179 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2010 91,248 miles
Fail 4 May 2010 91,248 miles

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 13 May 2009 75,695 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 60,504 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 59,228 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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FD05 VMG is a 2005 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 VMG, 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 VMG registered?

FD05 VMG is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is FD05 VMG safe to buy?

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