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FG55 VCJ

2005 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

61,013 mi
Last recorded61,013 miles
Recorded on4 May 2016
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG55 VCJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 May 2016 61,013 miles

Nearside 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)

n/s mirror cracked

Pass 23 Dec 2014 57,991 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 26 Nov 2013 55,237 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2013 55,231 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

OS wiper split on ends

OSR brakepads low

Pass 10 Jul 2012 49,556 miles

OSR wheel slight bind

Fail 6 Jul 2012 49,556 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

OSR wheel slight bind

Pass 8 Jul 2011 40,796 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 32,062 miles

OSR inner wheel rim damaged

Fail 9 Jul 2010 32,062 miles

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

OSR inner wheel rim damaged

Pass 14 Jul 2009 22,847 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 17,750 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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FG55 VCJ is a 2005 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 FG55 VCJ, 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 FG55 VCJ registered?

FG55 VCJ is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 18 October 2005.

Is FG55 VCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG55 VCJ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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