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FE55 XVH

2005 Renault Megane

Brown Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

88,998 mi
Last recorded88,998 miles
Recorded on21 May 2019
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE55 XVH
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2019 88,998 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 83,743 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 79,460 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 76,224 miles
Fail 13 May 2016 76,224 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2015 73,022 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Dec 2013 65,282 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2012 55,507 miles

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

Tested under wet condition

Fail 31 Dec 2012 55,507 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Tested under wet condition

Pass 4 Jan 2012 41,132 miles

Air bag warning light stays on

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Inner Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

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

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Dec 2010 34,357 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2010 31,068 miles

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 30 Dec 2009 31,068 miles

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

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 6 Jan 2009 26,402 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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FE55 XVH is a 2005 Renault Megane in Brown 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 FE55 XVH, 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 XVH registered?

FE55 XVH is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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The MOT history for FE55 XVH shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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