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FP55 XAL

2005 Renault Megane

Red Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

183,138 mi
Last recorded183,138 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2014
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP55 XAL
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2014 183,138 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 169,561 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (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)

Pass 5 Dec 2012 155,907 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2011 142,315 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2011 142,315 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Jan 2011 125,770 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)

Fail 11 Jan 2011 125,759 miles

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

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)

Pass 9 Dec 2009 104,615 miles

both front tyres worn slightly on edges

Pass 24 Dec 2008 81,889 miles

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

play in nearside and offside front inner sterring arm joints

rear wiper torn

Fail 20 Dec 2008 81,889 miles

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

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

play in nearside and offside front inner sterring arm joints

rear wiper torn

Pass 19 Dec 2008 24,288 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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FP55 XAL is a 2005 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 XAL, 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 XAL registered?

FP55 XAL is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 21 December 2005.

Is FP55 XAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP55 XAL shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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