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FG05 HVJ

2005 Renault Megane

Blue Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

148,587 mi
Last recorded148,587 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2014
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG05 HVJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2014 148,587 miles

play in steering rack tie rod

Pass 18 Dec 2013 135,682 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 124,139 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2011 114,413 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front brake discs worn

rear brake disc s worn

steer rack worn

Pass 19 Dec 2011 114,413 miles

front brake discs worn

rear brake disc s worn

steer rack worn

Pass 25 Jan 2011 102,415 miles

rear brake discs corroding

slight play in steering rack inner joints

Pass 25 Feb 2010 92,932 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Mar 2009 77,070 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 59,266 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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FG05 HVJ is a 2005 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FG05 HVJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FG05 HVJ registered?

FG05 HVJ is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 24 March 2005.

Is FG05 HVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG05 HVJ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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