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FV54 RUA

2005 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

73,019 mi
Last recorded73,019 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2020
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV54 RUA
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2020 73,019 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2020 73,019 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Oct 2019 58,603 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2019 58,249 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2018 46,282 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 45,562 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 44,741 miles

slight perishing around sidewalls of o/s/r tyre

Pass 21 Aug 2015 43,831 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 42,499 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 40,784 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2013 40,784 miles

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

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 23 Jul 2012
Pass 19 Jul 2011 34,917 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 30,703 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 24,038 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2009 24,038 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut upper support bearing is rough in operation (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 21,969 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)

twist in off-side rear seat belt

Pass 8 Apr 2008 15,405 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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FV54 RUA is a 2005 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 FV54 RUA, 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 FV54 RUA registered?

FV54 RUA is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 5 January 2005.

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