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KD05 XZJ

2005 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2019
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

99,920 mi
Last recorded99,920 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2018
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKD05 XZJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2018 99,920 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 24 Jan 2018 99,920 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Jan 2017 85,697 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2017 85,697 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 15 Feb 2016 80,855 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2016 80,855 miles

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 26 Jan 2015 75,488 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 70,704 miles

slight split in n/s wiper blade (although still clearing screen)

Fail 22 Jan 2014 70,704 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

slight split in n/s wiper blade (although still clearing screen)

Pass 14 Feb 2013 65,794 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 62,574 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

both rear tyre has cracks on outer side wall

front brake discs worn

Pass 31 Jan 2011 58,543 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2011 58,543 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 50,377 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 40,912 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut is slightly stiff in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut is slightly stiff in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

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

clicking noise from area of nearside top suspension mount

Pass 10 Apr 2008 30,815 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2008 30,815 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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KD05 XZJ is a 2005 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 KD05 XZJ, 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 KD05 XZJ registered?

KD05 XZJ is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 15 April 2005.

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