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HV05 XJW

2005 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

97,657 mi
Last recorded97,657 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV05 XJW
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2019 97,657 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 93,677 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both rear (2.7.3)

management light staying on

Pass 6 Feb 2017 86,290 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 8 Feb 2016 80,743 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 71,357 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 61,088 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 50,929 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 47,274 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2012 47,274 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Feb 2011 42,249 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

rear brake disc inner faces rusted and worn

Pass 20 Jan 2010 37,008 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2009 32,419 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 25,676 miles

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 XJW is a 2005 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 XJW, 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 XJW registered?

HV05 XJW is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 28 April 2005.

Is HV05 XJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV05 XJW shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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