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HV55 ZZM

2005 Renault Megane

Beige Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2018
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

90,486 mi
Last recorded90,486 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV55 ZZM
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2017 90,486 miles

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

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

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both (2.7.2a)

nearside front outer cv gaiter weeping

nearside mirror cracked

under covers fitted

Pass 15 Nov 2016 84,083 miles

both rear shock absorbers starting to corrode

nearside rear tyre starting to wear close to limit

Pass 6 Nov 2015 77,080 miles

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

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

slight movement in the inner steering arm joints with rack

Fail 6 Nov 2015 77,080 miles

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

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

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

slight movement in the inner steering arm joints with rack

Pass 12 Nov 2014 67,559 miles

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

play to both steering rack inner joints

Fail 12 Nov 2014 67,559 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

play to both steering rack inner joints

Pass 4 Nov 2013 58,585 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

rear brake discs corroded

Fail 4 Nov 2013 58,583 miles

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 7 Nov 2012 49,398 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 7 Nov 2012 49,397 miles

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Oct 2011

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

plastic tray fitted under engine compartment, unable to carry out full inspection

Pass 13 Oct 2010 34,628 miles

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

play in steering rack os & ns

rear brake disc corroded ns

Fail 13 Oct 2010 34,626 miles

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

play in steering rack os & ns

rear brake disc corroded ns

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

Pass 12 Oct 2009 24,372 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 23 Sep 2008 23,166 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Sep 2008 23,166 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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HV55 ZZM is a 2005 Renault Megane in Beige with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 ZZM, 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 ZZM registered?

HV55 ZZM is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 5 October 2005.

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