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LV05 XEB

2005 Renault Megane

Blue Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

113,958 mi
Last recorded113,958 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV05 XEB
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 28 Sep 2017 113,958 miles

Central Lower engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 7 Jul 2016 98,369 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration

Oil leak ()

Pass 23 Jun 2015 77,259 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 7 Aug 2014 69,859 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 57,769 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 7 Aug 2012 46,495 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2012 46,495 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 4 Aug 2011 34,802 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 24,106 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 13,646 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2009 13,646 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 XEB is a 2005 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 XEB, 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 XEB registered?

LV05 XEB is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 20 May 2005.

Is LV05 XEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV05 XEB shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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