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HK05 YFV

2005 Renault Megane

Gold Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2022
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

116,939 mi
Last recorded116,939 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2021
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK05 YFV
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2021 116,939 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2021 116,939 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Anti-roll bar insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2019 116,683 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly damage outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 116,224 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear age cracking

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 110,591 miles

Under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 26 May 2017 110,387 miles

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

Steering lock fails to engage (2.1.4b)

Pass 2 Jun 2016 106,025 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 104,666 miles
Fail 22 May 2015 104,656 miles

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

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Fail 3 Jun 2014 100,702 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)

Pass 3 Jun 2014 100,702 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 95,401 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 87,783 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fail 31 May 2011 77,506 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2011 77,506 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 66,639 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Jun 2009 54,514 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 44,541 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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HK05 YFV is a 2005 Renault Megane in Gold with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 HK05 YFV, 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 YFV registered?

HK05 YFV is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 10 June 2005.

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