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HV55 XJT

2005 Renault Megane

Blue Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2020
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

143,435 mi
Last recorded143,435 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV55 XJT
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2019 143,435 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2018 133,942 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 123,295 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 120,690 miles

Offside play in steering arm

Pass 14 Apr 2015 110,986 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2015 110,986 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2014 99,210 miles

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

Fail 22 Apr 2014 99,210 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2013 83,937 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

number plate lights different colour

Fail 2 Apr 2013 83,937 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Trailer electrical socket deteriorated so that lead cannot be securely connected (1.9.3b)

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

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

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

number plate lights different colour

Pass 3 Apr 2012 67,174 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 28 Mar 2012 67,174 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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

Offside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

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

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Dec 2011 62,039 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

slight dampness in o/s front headlight

Pass 8 Dec 2010 46,334 miles

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

Fail 8 Dec 2010 46,334 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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

Pass 17 Dec 2009 28,554 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Fail 17 Dec 2009 28,554 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2008 20,523 miles

not all steering and brake components could be inspected due to engine covers and underbody trays

offside rear brakr binding slightly

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 XJT is a 2005 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 HV55 XJT, 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 HV55 XJT registered?

HV55 XJT is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is HV55 XJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV55 XJT shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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