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LJ05 FSU

2005 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

78,521 mi
Last recorded78,521 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 FSU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2019 78,521 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 74,299 miles

Electrical wiring insecure (4.11 (a) (i))

Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2017 70,088 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 65,968 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 1 Jul 2015 59,145 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 51,629 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 Jul 2014 51,629 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Jul 2013 43,725 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 36,387 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 26,173 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (3.7.C.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 10 Aug 2011 26,173 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (3.7.C.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 15 Mar 2011 24,300 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 20,177 miles

slight wear in nearside and offside of steering rack

Pass 24 Mar 2009 16,035 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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LJ05 FSU is a 2005 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LJ05 FSU, 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 LJ05 FSU registered?

LJ05 FSU is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 2 April 2005.

Is LJ05 FSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ05 FSU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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