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FL55 UVJ

2005 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2023
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

52,851 mi
Last recorded52,851 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2022
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL55 UVJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2022 52,851 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2022 52,851 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Feb 2021 44,326 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 29 Jan 2020 38,848 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2020 38,848 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jan 2019 27,366 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2019 27,366 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Feb 2018 21,612 miles

Nearside Front Bumper insecure ()

Pass 28 Jan 2017 19,406 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 18,037 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 17,213 miles

all rear brake pipes starting to show slight corrosion

Fail 23 Sep 2015 17,213 miles

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

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

all rear brake pipes starting to show slight corrosion

Pass 23 Sep 2014 15,675 miles

all brake pipes starting to show slight corrosion

Pass 9 Sep 2013 13,643 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 12,111 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 10,337 miles

both rear brake discs slightly corroded

Fail 20 Sep 2011 10,337 miles

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

both rear brake discs slightly corroded

Pass 27 Sep 2010 8,550 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2009 7,079 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2009 7,079 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 5,778 miles

Advise offside front wiper split on the edges but still clearing screen

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 UVJ is a 2005 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 UVJ, 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 UVJ registered?

FL55 UVJ is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 27 September 2005.

Is FL55 UVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL55 UVJ shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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