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FY55 YHU

2005 Renault Megane

Silver Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

183,579 mi
Last recorded183,579 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY55 YHU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2017 183,579 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 19 Oct 2017 183,579 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 27 Oct 2016 166,014 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 26 Oct 2015 146,459 miles

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

Fail 8 Oct 2015 146,109 miles

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

Offside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) inner joint (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 10 Oct 2014 133,429 miles

Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Fail 10 Oct 2014 133,429 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)

Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 12 Sep 2013 123,772 miles

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 1 Oct 2012 97,680 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 1 Oct 2012 97,601 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 12 Oct 2011 80,683 miles

slight play in steering rack

Pass 26 Aug 2010 66,708 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 17 Nov 2009 56,912 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2008 45,652 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

offside rack end only just passable

Pass 22 Nov 2008 45,652 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

offside rack end only just passable

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 YHU is a 2005 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FY55 YHU, 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 YHU registered?

FY55 YHU is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 31 October 2005.

Is FY55 YHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY55 YHU shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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