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FH05 UML

2005 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

110,560 mi
Last recorded110,560 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2016
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH05 UML
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2016 110,560 miles

o/s/f tyre beginning to perish on sidewall

o/s/r tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 27 Feb 2016 108,928 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 103,131 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 2 Jan 2015 103,120 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jul 2013 91,939 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2012 75,599 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 27 Jun 2012 75,599 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2011 60,714 miles

front wiper blades split

Pass 1 Jul 2010 52,971 miles

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

front and rear brake discs worn/corroding

Pass 17 Jul 2009 42,552 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 32,084 miles

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

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

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

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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FH05 UML is a 2005 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FH05 UML, 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 FH05 UML registered?

FH05 UML is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 18 July 2005.

Is FH05 UML safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH05 UML shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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