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LV05 DSX

2005 Renault Megane

Gold Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

99,059 mi
Last recorded99,059 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV05 DSX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2017 99,059 miles

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 3 Jul 2017 99,059 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 14 Jul 2016 92,013 miles

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 3 Jul 2015 85,818 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Fail 1 Jul 2015 85,796 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 3 Jul 2014 76,786 miles

nearside rear inner rim damaged.slight play in steering offside.nearside mirror damaged

Fail 3 Jul 2014 76,786 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

nearside rear inner rim damaged.slight play in steering offside.nearside mirror damaged

Pass 9 Jul 2013 67,003 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 57,748 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2011 50,318 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 50,318 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 44,372 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 40,111 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 34,906 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2008 33,092 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2008 33,092 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 DSX is a 2005 Renault Megane in Gold with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 DSX, 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 DSX registered?

LV05 DSX is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 8 March 2005.

Is LV05 DSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV05 DSX shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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