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FV05 ULX

2005 Renault Megane

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

74,824 mi
Last recorded74,824 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2020
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV05 ULX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2020 74,824 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 70,604 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2018 63,351 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2018 63,349 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear at rear section chalked (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded on axle chalked (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded on axle chalked arrow showing location (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Aug 2017 58,191 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened bottom ball joint (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 9 Aug 2016 53,523 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 49,566 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 46,689 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 42,901 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Jul 2012 39,801 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Aug 2011 36,294 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 32,150 miles

nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 28 Jul 2009 26,255 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2009 26,249 miles

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

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 1 Aug 2008 20,262 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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FV05 ULX is a 2005 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 FV05 ULX, 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 FV05 ULX registered?

FV05 ULX is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 3 August 2005.

Is FV05 ULX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV05 ULX shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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