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LJ55 KBU

2005 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Dec 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

46,469 mi
Last recorded46,469 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2019
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ55 KBU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2019 46,469 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 45,024 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 43,001 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 40,219 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 35,803 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2014 32,518 miles

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

Fail 13 Aug 2014 32,518 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Pass 27 Aug 2013 29,338 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2013 29,338 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Sep 2012 26,176 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 22,590 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 18,318 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 14,286 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 11,054 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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LJ55 KBU is a 2005 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,598cc 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 LJ55 KBU, 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 LJ55 KBU registered?

LJ55 KBU is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 29 October 2005.

Is LJ55 KBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ55 KBU 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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