CarVerify

Free Car Check

HV05 PVP

2005 Renault Megane

Orange Petrol 1998cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2020
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

112,163 mi
Last recorded112,163 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2019
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Renault
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV05 PVP
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2019 112,163 miles

Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 26 Apr 2019 112,158 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor excessively damaged front both sensor are damaged (1.6 (c))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 9 May 2018 107,284 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Pass 9 Mar 2017 97,439 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2016 96,045 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits see sheet (7.3.D.3)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam needs polishing (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/40xzr18 92w (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/40xzr18 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working no plate light out (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/40xzr 18 92w (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both front (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Feb 2016 91,177 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 87,653 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2015

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Upper Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front Lower Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Lower Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Upper Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

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

Pass 6 Feb 2014 77,257 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 27 Jan 2014 77,257 miles

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

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2012 63,908 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2012 63,908 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Dec 2011 57,053 miles

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

offside rear tyre wearing on inner and outer edge

Fail 31 Dec 2011 57,053 miles

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

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

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

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

offside rear tyre wearing on inner and outer edge

Pass 28 Sep 2010 51,330 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2010 51,328 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp aim does not move downwards when dipped (British American headlamp) (1.8.C.4)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim does not move downwards when dipped (British American headlamp) (1.8.C.4)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2009 39,425 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2008 26,821 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 24,236 miles

o/s/f wheel has slight play in steering rack

Fail 9 May 2008 24,235 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

o/s/f wheel has slight play in steering rack

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
Full Renault Megane reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

HV05 PVP is a 2005 Renault Megane in Orange with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 HV05 PVP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HV05 PVP?

You can check the full history of HV05 PVP by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was HV05 PVP registered?

HV05 PVP is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 21 March 2005.

Is HV05 PVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV05 PVP shows 20 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HV05 PVP have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on HV05 PVP. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.