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HN55 LXJ

2005 Renault Megane

White Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2014
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

123,297 mi
Last recorded123,297 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2013
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN55 LXJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2013 123,297 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

both outer sill panels damaged.

Pass 19 Mar 2013 120,178 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2013 120,178 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2012 110,458 miles

nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

rear number plate loose

Fail 30 Mar 2012 110,458 miles

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

nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

rear number plate loose

Fail 24 Dec 2010 97,823 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Dec 2010 97,823 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 87,710 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2008 76,637 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2008 76,637 miles

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

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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HN55 LXJ is a 2005 Renault Megane in White with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 HN55 LXJ, 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 HN55 LXJ registered?

HN55 LXJ is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 29 December 2005.

Is HN55 LXJ safe to buy?

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