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HW05 LZT

2005 Renault Megane

Red Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

115,042 mi
Last recorded115,042 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW05 LZT
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 115,042 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Apr 2026 115,021 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2025 110,534 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 10 Apr 2025 110,533 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2019 102,747 miles

Nearside Front subframe mount has slight play

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside inner rack joint has play

Pass 24 Apr 2018 93,957 miles

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt leaking grease (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear brake bind detected while checking wheel bearing

engine mountings weak --unable to inspect due to engine covers and under trays

Pass 27 Apr 2017 86,970 miles

Front top strut mounts worn-noisy lock to lock

slight corrosion on front and rear brake discs

Pass 21 Apr 2016 79,921 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES STARTING TOP PERISH

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2015 72,765 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 67,456 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

rear tyres slightly perished

Pass 29 Jul 2013 59,663 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2013 59,552 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Offside front strut top mount bearing corroding

Pass 19 Jul 2012 51,694 miles

unable to carry out full inspection of rear adult seat belts

Pass 6 Jul 2011 44,134 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 36,922 miles

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

Fail 23 Jul 2010 36,922 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2009 29,626 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2009 29,626 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Jul 2008 22,147 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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HW05 LZT is a 2005 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 HW05 LZT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HW05 LZT registered?

HW05 LZT is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 22 July 2005.

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