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HY05 LZH

2005 Renault Megane

Gold Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

43,115 mi
Last recorded43,115 miles
Recorded on16 May 2014
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY05 LZH
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2014 43,115 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 15 May 2014 43,115 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Oct 2013 40,302 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 34,047 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 9 Oct 2012 34,502 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 11 Oct 2011 29,865 miles

nearside inner rack end slight play

Fail 11 Oct 2011 29,865 miles

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

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

nearside inner rack end slight play

Pass 9 Sep 2010 26,429 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 7 Aug 2009 23,596 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 19,856 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 LZH is a 2005 Renault Megane in Gold with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 LZH, 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 HY05 LZH registered?

HY05 LZH is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 15 March 2005.

Is HY05 LZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY05 LZH shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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