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FY55 PZW

2005 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

87,872 mi
Last recorded87,872 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY55 PZW
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2017 87,872 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front pads 75% worn (3.5.1g)

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

Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both rear shock absorbers (2.7.2a)

Fail 17 Aug 2017 87,844 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front pads 75% worn (3.5.1g)

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

Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both rear shock absorbers (2.7.2a)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 86,498 miles

Offside Front slight play in track arm ball joint

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear brakes rubbing slightly

brake pipes coated in grease

oil leak engine/gearbox?

Pass 13 Aug 2015 82,938 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2015 82,937 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 74,018 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 73,615 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 64,718 miles

engine under tray fitted

slight corrosion to rear brake

Pass 21 Sep 2012 62,726 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

n/s/f door mirror insecure

n/s/r tyre down to markers

o/s/r tyre down to markers

Fail 21 Sep 2012 62,726 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nail in offside rear tyre

n/s/f door mirror insecure

n/s/r tyre down to markers

o/s/r tyre down to markers

Pass 22 Sep 2011 49,942 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 42,074 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 33,225 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2008 21,543 miles

offside rear brake binding slightly

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 PZW is a 2005 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 PZW, 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 PZW registered?

FY55 PZW is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 28 September 2005.

Is FY55 PZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY55 PZW shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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