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FE05 HXV

2005 Renault Megane

Red Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

123,067 mi
Last recorded123,067 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE05 HXV
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2017 123,067 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 114,106 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 102,040 miles

INTERMITANT AIR BAG FAULT

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

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

eml on dash

Fail 20 Jan 2015 102,040 miles

Nearside Front Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

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

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

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

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

eml on dash

oil leaks

oil leaks

Pass 25 Jan 2014 94,923 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 83,472 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 6 Jan 2012 66,140 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2012 66,140 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 49,534 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 27,366 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 23,717 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 6 Mar 2009 23,717 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Feb 2008 16,732 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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FE05 HXV is a 2005 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FE05 HXV, 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 FE05 HXV registered?

FE05 HXV is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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