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FD54 VTU

2005 Renault Megane

Black Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

130,535 mi
Last recorded130,535 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2014
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD54 VTU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2014 130,535 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 121,455 miles

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

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 26 Jul 2013 121,329 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 11 Aug 2012 112,122 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 99,613 miles

both front top shock mounts bearings notchey

corrosion to rear coil springs

movement in steering rack ends

rear brake discs worn

Fail 12 Sep 2011 99,613 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

advise strong offside front tyre just above limit

both front top shock mounts bearings notchey

corrosion to rear coil springs

movement in steering rack ends

rear brake discs worn

Fail 10 Sep 2010 79,277 miles

Advise rear discs corroded

Advise brake fluid low on arrival, no leaks found

Advise front brake pads appear low, discs lipped

Advise offside rear wheel binds slightly

Advise slight play in front wheels

Advise under tray fitted

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Sep 2010 79,277 miles

Advise brake fluid low on arrival, no leaks found

Advise front brake pads appear low, discs lipped

Advise offside rear wheel binds slightly

Advise rear discs corroded

Advise slight play in front wheels

Advise under tray fitted

Pass 10 Sep 2009 54,310 miles

both front top shock mount bearings notchey

front brake imbalance 11%

Fail 10 Sep 2009 54,310 miles

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

both front top shock mount bearings notchey

front brake imbalance 11%

Pass 3 Nov 2008 37,758 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 30,650 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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FD54 VTU is a 2005 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 FD54 VTU, 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 FD54 VTU registered?

FD54 VTU is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 10 January 2005.

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