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KV05 JXG

2005 Renault Megane

Gold Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

154,721 mi
Last recorded154,721 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2016
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV05 JXG
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2016 154,721 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 153,912 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 18 Feb 2016 153,912 miles

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

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play Caused appreciable judder when brakes were tested - even though readings were acceptable (2.5.A.3c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 2 Feb 2015 148,144 miles

Nearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 2 Feb 2015 148,144 miles

Nearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2013 140,813 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 134,643 miles

Airbag light on

MIL illuminated

NSR tyre deteriorating

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

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

OS steering arm has some play

Fail 9 Aug 2012 134,627 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

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

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

OS steering arm has some play

Airbag light on

MIL illuminated

NSR tyre deteriorating

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

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2011 129,979 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 117,692 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 108,692 miles

slight play in steering rack nearside

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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KV05 JXG is a 2005 Renault Megane in Gold with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 KV05 JXG, 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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KV05 JXG is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 24 March 2005.

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