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LT05 LXA

2005 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

143,354 mi
Last recorded143,354 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT05 LXA
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2017 143,354 miles

general condition represents age of vehicle

Pass 4 Feb 2016 137,642 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 128,160 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Mar 2014 118,626 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2014 118,606 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2013 109,018 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 103,183 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 27 Mar 2012 103,183 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 28 Mar 2011 100,665 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

slight noise from nearside front top shock absorber mounting

Fail 28 Mar 2011 100,665 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

slight noise from nearside front top shock absorber mounting

Pass 2 Feb 2010 88,677 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 72,576 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 51,495 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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LT05 LXA is a 2005 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 LT05 LXA, 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 LT05 LXA registered?

LT05 LXA is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 15 March 2005.

Is LT05 LXA safe to buy?

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