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FP05 PLV

2005 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

71,891 mi
Last recorded71,891 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2016
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP05 PLV
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2016 71,891 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 12 Nov 2015 67,384 miles

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

Fail 10 Nov 2014 59,990 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

front brake pads low

Pass 10 Nov 2014 59,990 miles

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

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

front brake pads low

Pass 13 Nov 2013 51,874 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2013 51,874 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

rear both side brake discs slightly corroded.

Pass 9 Oct 2012 46,894 miles

Nearside rear tyre pressure monitoring system not working

Offside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Fail 4 Oct 2012 46,894 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside rear tyre pressure monitoring system not working

Offside Rear Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 30 Sep 2011 37,768 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 29,569 miles

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

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

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

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

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Slight play in steering rack inner joint

Fail 6 Oct 2010 29,569 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

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

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Slight play in steering rack inner joint

Fail 28 Sep 2009 22,099 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 28 Sep 2009 22,099 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 11,233 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)

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 PLV is a 2005 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 FP05 PLV, 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 PLV registered?

FP05 PLV is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 19 April 2005.

Is FP05 PLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP05 PLV shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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