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FL55 OFX

2005 Renault Megane

Blue Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

141,215 mi
Last recorded141,215 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL55 OFX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2017 141,215 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint both (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

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

Fail 20 Feb 2017

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded axle pipe (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 25 Feb 2016 129,268 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 129,248 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 126,439 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 121,893 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2013 121,893 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 21 Feb 2012 116,229 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Feb 2012 116,229 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2010 110,454 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2010 106,281 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 102,706 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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FL55 OFX is a 2005 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FL55 OFX, 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 FL55 OFX registered?

FL55 OFX is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 18 November 2005.

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