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FP05 PKV

2005 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2017
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

38,020 mi
Last recorded38,020 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP05 PKV
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2016 38,020 miles

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

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides ()

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

Fail 24 Nov 2016 38,020 miles

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

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides ()

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

Pass 15 Dec 2015 28,605 miles

undershields fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Oct 2015 28,227 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2015 28,227 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

nearside mirror glass damaged

Pass 2 Sep 2015 28,227 miles

Nearside wing mirror glass damaged

spare wheel defective

undershields fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Apr 2015 23,720 miles

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Offside Rear Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Fail 8 Apr 2015 23,661 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Offside Rear Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Fail 23 Apr 2014 17,095 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Apr 2014 17,095 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Apr 2013 10,477 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Apr 2012 4,425 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 Apr 2011 53,189 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)

both front inner brake discs worn but not dangerous

Fail 18 Apr 2011 53,189 miles

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

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

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

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)

both front inner brake discs worn but not dangerous

Fail 22 Apr 2010 43,363 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 43,363 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 22 Apr 2009 33,556 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Mar 2008 25,093 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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FP05 PKV is a 2005 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 FP05 PKV, 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 FP05 PKV registered?

FP05 PKV is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 22 April 2005.

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