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HJ05 PYL

2005 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

84,046 mi
Last recorded84,046 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2018
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ05 PYL
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2018 84,046 miles

EML on-rear brake pads worn low-n/s/r shocker slightly damp-front brake discs corroded

Fail 16 Mar 2018 84,045 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front 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 low (1.8)

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

EML on-rear brake pads worn low-n/s/r shocker slightly damp-front brake discs corroded

Pass 2 Aug 2014 81,120 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 75,406 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 69,726 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2012 69,726 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 17 Aug 2011 64,725 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 62,361 miles
Fail 19 May 2010

Headlamp switch missing (1.7.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 20 May 2009 56,559 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 48,905 miles

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)

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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HJ05 PYL is a 2005 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 HJ05 PYL, 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 HJ05 PYL registered?

HJ05 PYL is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 8 April 2005.

Is HJ05 PYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJ05 PYL shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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