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FN05 VLE

2005 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2014
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

53,685 mi
Last recorded53,685 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2013
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN05 VLE
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Fail 13 Mar 2013 53,685 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

EML light on

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Mar 2013 53,685 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

EML light on

Fail 15 Mar 2012 50,538 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

wheel caps fitted wheel nuts not checked

Pass 15 Mar 2012 50,538 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

wheel caps fitted wheel nuts not checked

Pass 14 Mar 2011 48,359 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2010 45,368 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Mar 2010 45,368 miles

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 17 Feb 2009 39,682 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Feb 2009 39,682 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 31,468 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2008 31,458 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

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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FN05 VLE is a 2005 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FN05 VLE, 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 FN05 VLE registered?

FN05 VLE is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is FN05 VLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN05 VLE shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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