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FP55 XXR

2005 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

44,438 mi
Last recorded44,438 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2015
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP55 XXR
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2015 44,438 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 42,523 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES CRACKING

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

O/S/F TYRE CRACKING SHOULDERS

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 17 May 2012 36,501 miles

Offside Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit slightly cracked (2.5.C.1d)

Pass 11 Apr 2011 33,448 miles

rear brake discs have surface rust

Pass 14 Oct 2010 29,070 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2010 29,070 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2010 29,016 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2010 29,016 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 4 Feb 2009 18,952 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 XXR is a 2005 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 XXR, 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

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What year was FP55 XXR registered?

FP55 XXR is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 23 November 2005.

Is FP55 XXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP55 XXR shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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