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LV05 BXK

2005 Renault Megane

Gold Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2020
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

75,667 mi
Last recorded75,667 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2021
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV05 BXK
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Fail 22 Apr 2021 75,667 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting bracket bolt missing.

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Subframe mounting bracket bolt missing

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 2 Apr 2021 75,212 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases cat to centre pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Exhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board cat to middle box blowing and entering cabin via gear lever (6.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

sub frame bracket missing two bolt to rear

Pass 6 May 2019 75,304 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Nov 2017 70,588 miles

Nearside Rear tyre wall has damage.

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

both rear wheel bearings are noisy.

front and rear brake discs are rusty on insides.

parking brake has just made readings.

Fail 22 Nov 2017 70,517 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases joint loose. (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear tyre wall has damage.

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

front and rear brake discs are rusty on insides.

parking brake has just made readings.

Pass 3 May 2016 61,473 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play steering rack inner tie rod (2.2.B.1f)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

handbrake efficency 16%

Fail 3 May 2016 61,473 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play steering rack inner tie rod (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

handbrake efficency 16%

Pass 26 Feb 2015 52,895 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2015 52,885 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

advise both front tyres 3mm and worn on outer edges

Pass 4 Sep 2013 50,604 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 49,251 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 48,005 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 45,436 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Front discs lipped

Lower Engine stabaliser rubber bush cracked

N/S/F centre cap missing

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

Rear discs rusty

Pass 10 Jun 2009 38,226 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 32,364 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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LV05 BXK is a 2005 Renault Megane in Gold with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LV05 BXK, 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 LV05 BXK registered?

LV05 BXK is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 12 August 2005.

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