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FE55 HGL

2005 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

115,028 mi
Last recorded115,028 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2012
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE55 HGL
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2012 115,028 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

NS mirror glass damaged.

Temporary repair made to OS mirror.

Wipers smearing, NS judders.

Fail 1 Dec 2012 115,028 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

NS mirror glass damaged.

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Temporary repair made to OS mirror.

Wipers smearing, NS judders.

Pass 2 Feb 2011 74,748 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2009 49,669 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2009 49,669 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2008 38,171 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2008 37,742 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both n/s tyres worn on edges.

Pass 1 Oct 2008 37,742 miles

both n/s tyres worn on edges.

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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FE55 HGL is a 2005 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 FE55 HGL, 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 FE55 HGL registered?

FE55 HGL is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 14 October 2005.

Is FE55 HGL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE55 HGL shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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