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FM05 NDJ

2005 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

84,686 mi
Last recorded84,686 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM05 NDJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2017 84,686 miles

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

rack end worn

Fail 26 Jul 2017

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

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

rack end worn

Pass 21 Jun 2016 75,751 miles

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

Fail 21 Jun 2016 75,751 miles

Front passenger door catch insecure (6.2.B.2)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2015 69,402 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 63,038 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 60,266 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2013 60,266 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2012 56,326 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 51,309 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2010 44,442 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 39,431 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 35,975 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2008 35,975 miles

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

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 NDJ is a 2005 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 FM05 NDJ, 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 NDJ registered?

FM05 NDJ is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 27 July 2005.

Is FM05 NDJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM05 NDJ shows 14 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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