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KU55 SMV

2005 Renault Megane

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2020
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

93,298 mi
Last recorded93,298 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU55 SMV
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2019 93,298 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective N/S and O/S lenses faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 16 Aug 2019 93,298 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective N/S and O/S lenses faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 84,589 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 83,229 miles

Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

plastic tray fitted underneath can not view components

Fail 11 Aug 2017 83,226 miles

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

Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 73,121 miles

oil leaks

Fail 23 Jun 2016 73,121 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

oil leaks

Pass 16 Mar 2015 63,518 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 59,392 miles

nsf tyre cracking up

Fail 11 Mar 2014 59,382 miles

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

Nearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front 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 pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

nsf tyre cracking up

Pass 5 Mar 2013 54,459 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2013 54,459 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 50,402 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 43,997 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2010 43,770 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Pass 6 Oct 2009 36,381 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2009 36,284 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 26 Sep 2008 27,358 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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KU55 SMV is a 2005 Renault Megane in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 KU55 SMV, 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 KU55 SMV registered?

KU55 SMV is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 30 September 2005.

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