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HG05 TFN

2005 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

94,422 mi
Last recorded94,422 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2020
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG05 TFN
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2020 94,422 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

centre and rear exhaust mounts broken.

Pass 31 Jan 2019 85,195 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 11 Jan 2019 84,935 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive pressure sensor (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2018 79,440 miles

Slight play in the nearside front steering arm

Pass 18 Jan 2017 74,783 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2017 74,781 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2016 67,896 miles

nearside rear tyre tread starting to wear

Fail 13 Jan 2016 67,896 miles

Nearside 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)

nearside rear tyre tread starting to wear

Pass 20 Jan 2015 63,521 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 56,978 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Jan 2013 45,271 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

both front tyres wearing on shoulders.

Pass 11 Jan 2012 33,808 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 15 Nov 2010 20,813 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 11,624 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 18 Jun 2009 10,656 miles

Wheel caps/undertray and underwing covers fitted restrricting inspection

Wiper blades slightly smeary

Pass 27 Jun 2008 8,535 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2008 8,535 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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HG05 TFN is a 2005 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 HG05 TFN, 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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HG05 TFN is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 28 June 2005.

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