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FM05 LUB

2005 Renault Megane

Red Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2022
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

189,903 mi
Last recorded189,903 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2021
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM05 LUB
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2021 189,903 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 165,274 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2020 165,274 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 144,767 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2019 144,767 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Oct 2016 135,411 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 122,298 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 113,913 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 100,658 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Fail 30 Oct 2012 100,658 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 19 Nov 2010 62,612 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2010 62,612 miles

Nearside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 7 May 2009 35,677 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 7 May 2009 35,677 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 27,177 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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FM05 LUB is a 2005 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FM05 LUB, 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 LUB registered?

FM05 LUB is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 28 July 2005.

Is FM05 LUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM05 LUB shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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