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HV05 XCW

2005 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2018
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

91,359 mi
Last recorded91,359 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV05 XCW
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2017 91,359 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 21 Aug 2017 91,359 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) obviously incorrectly positioned (1.1.A.3a)

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 13 Aug 2016 73,945 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2016 73,945 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 65,189 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2015 65,189 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 4 Aug 2014 61,847 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

centre exhaust internally loose

Fail 4 Aug 2014 61,847 miles

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

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

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

centre exhaust internally loose

Pass 29 Jun 2013 58,099 miles

catalytic convertor internally loose

Fail 29 Jun 2013 58,099 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

catalytic convertor internally loose

Pass 21 Jun 2012 53,048 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2011 47,389 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 15 Apr 2011 47,389 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Oil leak

Pass 25 Apr 2010 38,540 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 27,424 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2009 27,421 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Apr 2008 17,490 miles

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)

Fail 29 Mar 2008 17,484 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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)

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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HV05 XCW is a 2005 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 HV05 XCW, 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 HV05 XCW registered?

HV05 XCW is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 5 April 2005.

Is HV05 XCW safe to buy?

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