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HY55 OTA

2005 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2018
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

99,686 mi
Last recorded99,686 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2017
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY55 OTA
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2017 99,686 miles

exhaust rusty

Fail 26 Jan 2017 99,686 miles

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

exhaust rusty

Pass 14 Jan 2016 88,920 miles

front brake discs worn and corroded

front brake pads low

offside front flexy brake hose slightly perished

offside front steering rack boot perished

offside rear tyre perished

Fail 4 Sep 2015 88,911 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

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

Offside Front brake hose slightly twisted

Offside Rear tyre perished outer side wall and slight run out

engine misfire

Pass 25 Jul 2014 85,280 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear tyre worn inner edge and perished

offside rear tyre perished

Fail 25 Jul 2014 85,280 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear tyre worn inner edge and perished

offside rear tyre perished

Pass 9 Aug 2013 81,587 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2013 81,587 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Jul 2012 72,765 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake discs corroded and lipped

Pass 17 Aug 2011 63,927 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 57,979 miles

both rear wheels tight to turn by hand

child seats fitted to rear not allowing full inspection to seat belts

Fail 23 Sep 2010 57,898 miles

Nearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

both rear wheels tight to turn by hand

child seats fitted to rear not allowing full inspection to seat belts

Pass 17 Sep 2009 47,841 miles

child seat fitted n/s/r

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 26 Sep 2008 37,410 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2008 37,191 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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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HY55 OTA is a 2005 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HY55 OTA, 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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HY55 OTA is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 26 September 2005.

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