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LR55 JVT

2005 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

82,306 mi
Last recorded82,306 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2014
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR55 JVT
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2014 82,306 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2013
Pass 29 Sep 2012 71,935 miles

'Change oil' lamp illuminated

Special Renault exhaust mount rubber deteriorated

Windscreen wipers starting to split

Bad oil leak

Pass 30 Sep 2011 65,467 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 24 Sep 2010 55,986 miles

front pads and discs worn

rear exhaust mount split

rear pads low

Pass 30 Sep 2009 47,000 miles

wiper's slightly smearing

Fail 26 Sep 2009 46,983 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

wiper's slightly smearing

Pass 29 Sep 2008 37,383 miles

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

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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LR55 JVT is a 2005 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LR55 JVT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LR55 JVT registered?

LR55 JVT is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 28 September 2005.

Is LR55 JVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR55 JVT shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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