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FG05 MXB

2005 Renault Megane

Grey Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

101,870 mi
Last recorded101,870 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2012
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG05 MXB
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2012 101,870 miles

both front tyres 0.mm inner and outter edges 205/55/16

slight play in n/s/f inner tie-rod in rack

Fail 25 Nov 2011 93,853 miles

Nearside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 25 Nov 2011 93,853 miles

Nearside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 Dec 2010 83,443 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2009 71,825 miles

o/s/front tyre worn on inner edge

o/s/rear tyre on wear bars

Fail 18 Dec 2009 71,460 miles

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

o/s/front tyre worn on inner edge

o/s/rear tyre on wear bars

Fail 10 Nov 2008 55,615 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Nov 2008 55,615 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 MXB is a 2005 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,461cc diesel 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 FG05 MXB, 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 MXB registered?

FG05 MXB is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 13 April 2005.

Is FG05 MXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG05 MXB 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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