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HV05 XKL

2005 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2019
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

130,739 mi
Last recorded130,739 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2018
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV05 XKL
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2018 130,739 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres wearing inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 4 Jun 2018 130,511 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced bulb incorrectly fitted (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres wearing inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 May 2017 120,510 miles

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

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

engine and under trays fitted

Fail 30 May 2017 120,510 miles

Nearside Inner Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

engine and under trays fitted

Pass 3 Jun 2016 110,892 miles

oil leak from thermostat housing

slight play in both inner steering arms

Fail 3 Jun 2016 110,892 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

oil leak from thermostat housing

slight play in both inner steering arms

Pass 16 Jun 2015 100,358 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 91,410 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 79,071 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2013 78,789 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 67,167 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2011 59,373 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2010 49,099 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 1 Jun 2010 49,099 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 38,485 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2009 38,485 miles

Nearside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 29 May 2008 26,929 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 XKL is a 2005 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 XKL, 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 XKL registered?

HV05 XKL is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 7 June 2005.

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