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FX55 COJ

2005 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

88,529 mi
Last recorded88,529 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2020
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX55 COJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2020 88,529 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 81,922 miles

Nearside Front Upper strut top bearing slightly stiff

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Oct 2018 75,417 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 70,541 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 17 Oct 2017 70,535 miles

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

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 20 Oct 2016 64,971 miles

n/s/r tyre cracking

Pass 2 Oct 2015 60,404 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 57,425 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2014 57,425 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)

Pass 14 Oct 2013 52,656 miles

play in n/s and o/s steering rack

Pass 30 Oct 2012 47,914 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 21 Oct 2011 43,681 miles

slight play in nearside front steering sidearm/rack

slight play in offside front steering sidearm/rack

Pass 12 Oct 2010 37,508 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2010 37,508 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Oct 2009 27,888 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2009 27,884 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 28 Oct 2008 18,944 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2008 18,944 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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FX55 COJ is a 2005 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 FX55 COJ, 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 FX55 COJ?

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What year was FX55 COJ registered?

FX55 COJ is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 28 October 2005.

Is FX55 COJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX55 COJ shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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