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HN55 MZE

2005 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2014
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

96,143 mi
Last recorded96,143 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2013
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN55 MZE
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2013 96,143 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 7 Feb 2012 94,629 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Feb 2012 94,629 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2011 92,129 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 7 Feb 2011 92,129 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 8 Feb 2010 85,054 miles

Front brake discs in poor condition

Slight play in both steering rack inner joints

Fail 5 Feb 2010 84,964 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front brake discs in poor condition

Slight play in both steering rack inner joints

Pass 6 Feb 2009 56,340 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2009 56,187 miles

Outer Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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 MZE is a 2005 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 MZE, 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 MZE registered?

HN55 MZE is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 29 October 2005.

Is HN55 MZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HN55 MZE shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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