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FM05 JYN

2005 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

16,910 mi
Last recorded16,910 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM05 JYN
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2018 16,910 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 28 Feb 2017 11,793 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced just acceptable. (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced just acceptable. (1.7.5a)

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 17 Feb 2017 11,784 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced just acceptable. (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front wiper not tested.

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced just acceptable. (1.7.5a)

Offside Front wiper not tested.

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 16 Feb 2016 9,943 miles

Engine cover insecure.

Slight play in nearside front steering inner tie rod joint.

Undertrays fitted not allowing a full inspection.

Pass 19 Feb 2015 2,539 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2015 2,518 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2014 52,987 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2014 52,987 miles

Inner Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Inner Rear Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 17 Mar 2013 43,998 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

nearside front steering rack arm has slight play in the inner ball joint

Pass 3 Mar 2012 37,403 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 32,371 miles

All 4 tyres down to 2mm tread

Pass 1 Mar 2010 26,566 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2010 26,495 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 4 Mar 2009 21,506 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 16,614 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2008 16,522 miles

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

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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FM05 JYN is a 2005 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 FM05 JYN, 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 FM05 JYN registered?

FM05 JYN is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 4 July 2005.

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