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HG05 XYL

2005 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2019
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

78,855 mi
Last recorded78,855 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG05 XYL
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2018 78,855 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 73,536 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2017 73,483 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disks very worn

Fail 20 May 2015 63,974 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 May 2015 63,974 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 57,732 miles

both steering arms have slight play

centre stop light not working

n/s/r brake binding slightly

slight play felt at steering

Fail 25 Apr 2014 57,732 miles

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

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

both steering arms have slight play

centre stop light not working

n/s/r brake binding slightly

slight play felt at steering

Fail 4 Apr 2014 57,428 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 52,419 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 43,286 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2012 43,286 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 40,862 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2010 35,386 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2009 27,964 miles

front wipers worn/split

near side front tyre worn close to legal limit

off side front tyre worn 1.6mm to iner and outer edjes

Pass 29 May 2008 19,816 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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HG05 XYL is a 2005 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,998cc petrol 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 HG05 XYL, 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 HG05 XYL registered?

HG05 XYL is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 3 June 2005.

Is HG05 XYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG05 XYL 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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