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K33 VJC

2005 Renault Megane

Grey Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2017
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

119,499 mi
Last recorded119,499 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2016
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK33 VJC
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2016 119,499 miles

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

Offside Front steering rack inner adjusting arm has slight play

Fail 14 Mar 2016 119,499 miles

Bootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

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

Offside Front steering rack inner adjusting arm has slight play

Pass 13 Dec 2014 99,513 miles

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

Fail 13 Dec 2014 99,513 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Pass 15 Oct 2012 63,825 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2012 63,825 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Oct 2011 58,018 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

front brake discs worn

Pass 3 Nov 2010 53,422 miles

front brake discs worn

Fail 2 Nov 2010 53,397 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

front brake discs worn

Pass 3 Nov 2009 48,826 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 28 Oct 2008 42,332 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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K33 VJC is a 2005 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 K33 VJC, 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 K33 VJC registered?

K33 VJC is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 4 November 2005.

Is K33 VJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for K33 VJC shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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