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KK05 VMJ

2005 Renault Megane

Blue Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2014
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

69,879 mi
Last recorded69,879 miles
Recorded on4 May 2013
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKK05 VMJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 May 2013 69,879 miles

Both Front Tyres Low In Tread

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 4 May 2013 69,879 miles

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

Both Front Tyres Low In Tread

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 2 May 2012 57,504 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 25 Apr 2012 57,296 miles

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

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 5 May 2011 45,267 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

very slight brake bind on offside rear wheel

Fail 5 May 2011 45,267 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

very slight brake bind on offside rear wheel

Pass 4 May 2010 35,320 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 24,433 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 23,760 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2008 23,760 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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KK05 VMJ is a 2005 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 KK05 VMJ, 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 KK05 VMJ registered?

KK05 VMJ is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 4 August 2005.

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