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HK05 YFX

2005 Renault Megane

Silver Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

103,020 mi
Last recorded103,020 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2016
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK05 YFX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2016 103,020 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit deteriorated aswell (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly bearing damaged (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit deteriorated aswell (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

both front brake disc`s worn and badly corroded

Fail 31 Jul 2016 103,020 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit deteriorated aswell (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly bearing damaged (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit deteriorated aswell (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both ()

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

both front brake disc`s worn and badly corroded

both rear brake disc`s worn and corroded

Pass 29 Jul 2015 98,007 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2014 96,544 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 93,949 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 1 Mar 2012 89,670 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 5 Mar 2011 80,583 miles

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

Fail 5 Mar 2011 80,583 miles

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 6 Apr 2010 69,605 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2010 69,605 miles

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

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Fail 10 Mar 2010 69,580 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2009 61,504 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 36,083 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 27 Aug 2008 36,083 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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 YFX is a 2005 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 YFX, 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 YFX registered?

HK05 YFX is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 11 July 2005.

Is HK05 YFX safe to buy?

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