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HN05 XEX

2005 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2017
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

79,091 mi
Last recorded79,091 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2016
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN05 XEX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2016 79,091 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 29 Mar 2016 79,091 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear nail in tyre

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 Mar 2015 74,354 miles

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Mar 2014 68,363 miles

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

Fail 18 Mar 2014 68,368 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 19 Mar 2013 63,492 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 19 Mar 2013 63,492 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 58,688 miles

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

Fail 15 Aug 2012 58,688 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Sep 2011 49,049 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

both rear tyres punctured

nearside front bumper slightly insecure

slight play in both rack arms

Fail 19 Mar 2011 44,213 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2011 44,213 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 35,206 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2010 35,200 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2009 27,889 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 21,466 miles
Fail 28 May 2008 21,465 miles

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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HN05 XEX is a 2005 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 HN05 XEX, 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 HN05 XEX registered?

HN05 XEX is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 28 April 2005.

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