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HV55 BPX

2005 Renault Megane

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2017
Tests18 (9 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

120,784 mi
Last recorded120,784 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV55 BPX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 9 fail
Fail 6 Sep 2017 120,784 miles

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

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working side light (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim both sides (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Nearside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Nearside mirror glass damaged

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

engine light on

exhaust rubbers in poor condition

Pass 9 Aug 2016 114,583 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2016 114,388 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 106,440 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2015 106,440 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 29 May 2014 92,285 miles
Fail 29 May 2014 92,285 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 May 2013 80,193 miles

o/s top mount noisy

tyre pressure warning light on

Fail 29 May 2013 80,161 miles

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

Nearside Outer Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

o/s top mount noisy

tyre pressure warning light on

Fail 19 Jun 2012 72,561 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2012 72,561 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 63,042 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Front brake discs are worn and lipped

Fail 26 Aug 2011 63,042 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Front brake discs are worn and lipped

Offside front head lamp bulb appears to be incorretly fitted

Pass 21 Aug 2010 51,810 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2010 51,810 miles

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 22 Aug 2009 39,002 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 27,008 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2008 26,766 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

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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HV55 BPX is a 2005 Renault Megane in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 HV55 BPX, 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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HV55 BPX is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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