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HY05 KGG

2005 Renault Megane

Grey Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

13,526 mi
Last recorded13,526 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2014
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY05 KGG
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2014 13,526 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 128,335 miles

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

nearside/ofside front tyre treads wearing low.

play in steering rack nearside tie rod end,advise to replace.

vehicle undertray insecure.

Fail 1 Feb 2013 128,335 miles

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

Nearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

nearside/ofside front tyre treads wearing low.

play in steering rack nearside tie rod end,advise to replace.

vehicle undertray insecure.

Pass 18 Jun 2011 96,075 miles

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

front brake discs and pads wearing low.

rear brake discs corroding,not affecting performance.

slight play in steering rack,nearside/offside tie rod ends.

Pass 16 Mar 2010 73,673 miles

slight play in steering rack nearside/offside tie rod ends.

Pass 28 Feb 2009 57,633 miles

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

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

nearside mirror glass missing.

Pass 20 Mar 2008 42,917 miles

play in both ends of steering rack

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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HY05 KGG is a 2005 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 HY05 KGG, 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 HY05 KGG registered?

HY05 KGG is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is HY05 KGG safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY05 KGG shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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