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FY55 NXB

2005 Renault Megane

Blue Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

136,113 mi
Last recorded136,113 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2016
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY55 NXB
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2016 136,113 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Sep 2016 136,113 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 25 Sep 2015 131,625 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel slight free play in o/s rack end (2.2.A.1b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel slight play in n/s rack end (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 25 Sep 2015 643,765 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel slight free play in o/s rack end (2.2.A.1b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel slight play in n/s rack end (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 20 Sep 2014 122,920 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 101,083 miles

slight bind on rear brakes

slight play in o/s n/s inner rack joint

Pass 28 Sep 2012 92,654 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2011 87,006 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 81,123 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2009 75,280 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 68,441 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2008 68,441 miles

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

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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FY55 NXB is a 2005 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FY55 NXB, 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 FY55 NXB registered?

FY55 NXB is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 9 November 2005.

Is FY55 NXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY55 NXB shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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