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FP55 MVT

2005 Renault Megane

Blue Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

159,374 mi
Last recorded159,374 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP55 MVT
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2017 159,374 miles

srs lamp does not light up.

Fail 8 Apr 2017 159,374 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

srs lamp does not light up.

Pass 14 Apr 2016 140,238 miles

Centre slight play n/side steering rack

Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/side rear (4.1.E.1)

Fail 6 Apr 2016 139,964 miles

Nearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Centre Rear brake light not know if wired up not working

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

Offside Rear tyre getting low

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

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

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

engine cover & under tray fitted to vehicle obstructing view of some parts

Pass 9 Apr 2015 126,506 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2015 126,506 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 9 Apr 2014 108,923 miles

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)

slight play in both stearing arms

Fail 9 Apr 2014 108,923 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

slight play in both stearing arms

Pass 10 Apr 2013 99,416 miles

NS wiper blade split.

NSF tyre 1.6mm.

OS inner washer jet blocked.

OSF tyre 2.0mm and worn on inner edge.

Play in both sides steering rack ends.

Fail 10 Apr 2013 99,392 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

NS wiper blade split.

NSF tyre 1.6mm.

OS inner washer jet blocked.

OSF tyre 2.0mm and worn on inner edge.

Play in both sides steering rack ends.

Pass 13 Apr 2012 93,117 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 91,216 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)

both front inner steer rack joints worn

Pass 21 Dec 2010 78,161 miles

slight play in steering rack inner joints

Pass 2 Dec 2009 65,744 miles

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

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

slight wear in steering rack inner joints

Pass 2 Dec 2008 50,986 miles

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

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

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

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

advise front brakes unbalance

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 MVT is a 2005 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 FP55 MVT, 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 MVT registered?

FP55 MVT is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 28 December 2005.

Is FP55 MVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP55 MVT shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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