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HY55 VJA

2005 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

90,323 mi
Last recorded90,323 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2020
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2020 90,323 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2018 86,769 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2018 86,735 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 10 Oct 2017 81,297 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt nsr and osr ()

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

front brake discs slight lip

Pass 29 Sep 2016 75,117 miles

both rear wheel bearings slight noise

Pass 8 Sep 2015 69,341 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 65,726 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 62,428 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 57,740 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

NSR bodywork damage

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 27 Sep 2011 50,941 miles

Bodywork damage NSR wheelarch

Slight play NSF steering rack

Fail 26 Sep 2011 50,941 miles

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

Bodywork damage NSR wheelarch

Slight play NSF steering rack

Pass 14 Sep 2010 41,141 miles

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

engine oil leak

Fail 14 Sep 2010 41,140 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

engine oil leak

Fail 5 Oct 2009 32,378 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Oct 2009 32,378 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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HY55 VJA 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 73.3%.

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 HY55 VJA, 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 HY55 VJA registered?

HY55 VJA is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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