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HK05 MSX

2005 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2017
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

177,044 mi
Last recorded177,044 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2016
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK05 MSX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2016 177,044 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 20 Aug 2015 150,434 miles

oil leak

Fail 19 Aug 2015 150,281 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

oil leak

Pass 8 Aug 2014 122,903 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak

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

Fail 7 Aug 2014 122,795 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak

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

Fail 22 Aug 2013 99,197 miles

Brake discs are showing signs of wear & corrosion.

N/s fron t wheel rim is buckled.

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 99,197 miles

Brake discs are showing signs of wear & corrosion.

N/s fron t wheel rim is buckled.

Fail 5 Aug 2013 91,193 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Steering rack damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d) DANGEROUS

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b) DANGEROUS

Front and rear brake discs are showing signs of wear & corrosion.

Front brake pads look low.

N/s front wheel rim is buckled.

Oil pressure switch is leaking.

There is so much play in the o/s track rod end & n/s rack that play in other steering/suspension components may be found when the steering is repaired.

Pass 14 Aug 2012 85,506 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 14 Aug 2012 85,505 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2011 79,323 miles

front discs worn

n/s front wing damage

o/s rear wing damage

rear discs worn

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 25 Jun 2010 71,381 miles

E.M.L on

Fail 22 Jun 2010 71,369 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

E.M.L on

handbrake travel high

Pass 1 Jul 2009 61,277 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 46,726 miles

nsr seatbelt not fully checked due to babyseat

Fail 1 Jul 2008 46,726 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

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

nsr seatbelt not fully checked due to babyseat

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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HK05 MSX is a 2005 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 HK05 MSX, 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 HK05 MSX registered?

HK05 MSX is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 29 June 2005.

Is HK05 MSX safe to buy?

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