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HG05 TGF

2005 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2021
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

97,645 mi
Last recorded97,645 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2020
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2020 97,645 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 11 Jun 2020 97,645 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 22 Jan 2019 84,919 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2019 84,919 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2018 76,805 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rears 3.00mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 7 Feb 2018 76,786 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault air bag (5.4.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2.1mm and is also badly perished/badly cracking on outer sidewall (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2.5mm and has also badly perished/badly cracking on outer sidewall (4.1.E.1)

heavy oil leak, unable to see due to under cover fitted

rear axle nearside front and offside front rubber mountings starting to split

Pass 2 Feb 2017 70,723 miles

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

offside rear tyre cracking on outer sidewall

Fail 2 Feb 2017 70,723 miles

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

offside rear tyre cracking on outer sidewall

Pass 28 Jan 2016 61,330 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 28 Jan 2016 61,330 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 14 Jan 2015 58,193 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2015 58,193 miles

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

Offside 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 29 Jan 2014 55,924 miles

nearside front tyre worn 2mm outer tred.Outer tyre wall worn,poor condition

slight play to offside steering rack arm inner ball joint

Pass 13 Feb 2013 52,387 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 46,623 miles

nearside rear outer tyre wall cut very close to cords being exposed

Pass 24 Jan 2011 38,831 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2011 38,831 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 25 Jan 2010 29,117 miles

front tyres worn 3/4mm/perished to outer edjed

rear tyres worn 3mm/perished to outer edjes

Pass 14 Feb 2009 24,564 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2008 20,701 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both front wipers split

Pass 9 Jul 2008 20,701 miles

both front wipers split

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 TGF is a 2005 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 TGF, 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 HG05 TGF registered?

HG05 TGF is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 20 July 2005.

Is HG05 TGF safe to buy?

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