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LJ05 UCX

2005 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

118,043 mi
Last recorded118,043 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2019
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 UCX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2019 118,043 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 114,082 miles

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

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

exhaust support is very loose but not insecure

Pass 19 Apr 2017 112,636 miles

Nearside Front Tyre void of tread on outer edge

Fail 19 Apr 2017 112,636 miles

Nearside Front Tyre void of tread on outer edge

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

Pass 27 Jun 2016 107,945 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2015 100,591 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 95,915 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 94,172 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 86,409 miles

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

drivers door mirror cracked

Fail 6 Jun 2012 86,406 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

drivers door mirror cracked

Pass 29 Jun 2011 76,072 miles

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

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

Fail 13 May 2010 63,710 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 13 May 2010 63,710 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2009 52,302 miles
Fail 9 May 2008 43,268 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2008 43,268 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 UCX is a 2005 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 UCX, 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 UCX registered?

LJ05 UCX is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 20 May 2005.

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