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HY05 XHM

2005 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

68,354 mi
Last recorded68,354 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY05 XHM
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2017 68,354 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2017 68,354 miles

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play steering rack /track rod end work excessive play present. (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 13 Jun 2016 64,955 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2016 64,955 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2015 60,328 miles

1. Slight wear in nearside and offside of steering rack. 2. Front brake pads wearing low.

Pass 10 Jun 2014 54,667 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2014 54,667 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 May 2013 43,177 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 37,029 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 36,541 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 20 Feb 2012 36,540 miles

Offside Outer 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)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2011 34,601 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2011 34,599 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2010 32,160 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 29,434 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 26,325 miles

n/s/f tyre becomming low on edges

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 XHM is a 2005 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 XHM, 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 XHM registered?

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

Is HY05 XHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY05 XHM shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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