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HF05 BRX

2005 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

45,181 mi
Last recorded45,181 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF05 BRX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2017 45,181 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2016 41,357 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2016 41,357 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2015 37,883 miles

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

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

both rear brake discs scored

dampness around nearside front lower ball joint gaiter

dampness around steering rack

nearside front tyre cracking on sidewall

slight corrosion on both offside brake pipes

Fail 19 Jun 2015 37,883 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

both rear brake discs scored

dampness around nearside front lower ball joint gaiter

dampness around steering rack

nail in nearside rear tyre

nearside front tyre cracking on sidewall

slight corrosion on both offside brake pipes

Pass 10 Jun 2014 33,643 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2013 28,602 miles

o/s/r brake binding slightly

Pass 29 May 2012 25,560 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 22,678 miles
Fail 25 May 2011 22,675 miles

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 26 May 2010 19,475 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 16,258 miles

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Fail 26 May 2009 16,233 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 May 2008 12,631 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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HF05 BRX is a 2005 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 HF05 BRX, 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 HF05 BRX registered?

HF05 BRX is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 23 June 2005.

Is HF05 BRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF05 BRX shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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