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FP55 XBU

2005 Renault Megane

Black Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

96,546 mi
Last recorded96,546 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2012
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP55 XBU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2012 96,546 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 89,608 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2010 79,169 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2010 79,169 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 59,073 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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 18 Nov 2008 40,725 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside rear wheel arch dented

offside mirror cover missing

offside rear wheel arch dented

part of nearside front door trim missing

slight play in nearside of steering rack

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 XBU is a 2005 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 XBU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FP55 XBU?

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What year was FP55 XBU registered?

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

Is FP55 XBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP55 XBU shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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