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FP55 AEX

2005 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2017
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

44,559 mi
Last recorded44,559 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2016
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP55 AEX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2016 44,559 miles

nearside rear tyre worn uneven on inner edge

Pass 30 Mar 2015 37,019 miles

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

Fail 17 Mar 2015 37,018 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2014 35,000 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2013 33,412 miles

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

NSR brake pipe has damaged rataining clip but still secure

Nearside rear brakes starting to bind

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

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

Fail 27 Mar 2013 33,361 miles

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

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

NSR brake pipe has damaged retaining clips but still secure

NSR brake starting to bind

OSF outer CV boot has grease present but no signs of dirt ingress

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

Rear discs corroded on inner face

Pass 30 Mar 2012 27,469 miles

has accciedent damage to n/s rear

Pass 7 Mar 2011 26,835 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

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

Offside Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

airbag light indicating air bag fualt

front and rear tyres different sizes

offside front tyre pressure appears low

rear seatbelts not checked due to seats folded down and load space full

rear wip-er split

various body damage

Fail 2 Mar 2011 26,834 miles

Nearside Front Wheel stud hole elongated (4.2.A.1d)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Wheel stud hole elongated (4.2.A.1d)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

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

Offside Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

airbag light indicating air bag fualt

front and rear tyres different sizes

offside front tyre pressure appears low

rear seatbelts not checked due to seats folded down and load space full

rear wip-er split

various body damage

Pass 22 Feb 2010 15,113 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.D.1e)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

air Bag light on

nearside rear light lens damaged

offside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the cords

offside rear tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the cords

rear wiper split

service light on

various body damage

Fail 11 Feb 2010 15,113 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Brake hose stretched (3.6.B.4c)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.D.1e)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

air Bag light on

nearside rear light lens damaged

offside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the cords

offside rear tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the cords

rear wiper split

service light on

various body damage

Pass 15 Oct 2008 12,886 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2008 12,886 miles

Nearside Front Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.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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FP55 AEX is a 2005 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 FP55 AEX, 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 FP55 AEX registered?

FP55 AEX is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 13 December 2005.

Is FP55 AEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP55 AEX shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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