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HJ05 TXC

2005 Renault Megane

Green Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

78,739 mi
Last recorded78,739 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2016
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ05 TXC
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2016 78,739 miles

Nearside rear wing corroding

Offside headlamp hazy

Fail 24 Aug 2016 78,737 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside rear wing corroding

Offside headlamp hazy

Pass 25 Aug 2015 68,118 miles

Nearside front shocker rubber protection damaged

O/S/F headlamp clouding/misting

Fail 25 Aug 2015 68,118 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside front shocker rubber protection damaged

O/S/F headlamp clouding/misting

Pass 22 Sep 2014 60,248 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Mar 2014 55,916 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 12 Mar 2014 55,916 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Mar 2013 49,975 miles

FUEL FILLER FLAP OUTER SEAL SPLIT.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Mar 2012 39,935 miles

FUEL FILLER FLAP OUTER SEAL SPLIT.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 10 Mar 2011 31,430 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 24,880 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2009 17,301 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Mar 2009 17,301 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 11,450 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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HJ05 TXC is a 2005 Renault Megane in Green with a 1,390cc 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 HJ05 TXC, 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 TXC registered?

HJ05 TXC is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 21 March 2005.

Is HJ05 TXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJ05 TXC 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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