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FG05 HWS

2005 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

90,167 mi
Last recorded90,167 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2019
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG05 HWS
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2019 90,167 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 85,138 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 17 Aug 2016 80,978 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 72,252 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 66,405 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2014 66,403 miles

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

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

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Aug 2013 61,680 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 55,310 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 49,702 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 48,618 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 39,853 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 34,830 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2009 34,830 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Mar 2008 26,386 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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FG05 HWS is a 2005 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FG05 HWS, 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 FG05 HWS registered?

FG05 HWS is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 29 March 2005.

Is FG05 HWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG05 HWS shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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