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HY05 LXO

2005 Renault Megane

Silver Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

82,699 mi
Last recorded82,699 miles
Recorded on13 May 2019
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY05 LXO
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 May 2019 82,699 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 82,008 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 79,615 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2017 79,613 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2016 78,212 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2015 77,209 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2015 77,207 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Jun 2014 121,181 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 74,723 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2013 74,723 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

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

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

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 68,614 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 63,021 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2010 58,269 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2010 58,269 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2010 57,477 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 48,489 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2009 48,489 miles

Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2008 38,085 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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HY05 LXO is a 2005 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 LXO, 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 LXO registered?

HY05 LXO is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 12 March 2005.

Is HY05 LXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY05 LXO shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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