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LV05 XZU

2005 Renault Megane

Blue Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

91,201 mi
Last recorded91,201 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2016
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2016 91,201 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

under trays fitted

Fail 4 Aug 2016 91,195 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

under trays fitted

Pass 10 Aug 2015 87,629 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Aug 2014 83,490 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2014 79,272 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

O/S/F outer cv boot cable tied on- has slight seepage.

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 May 2014 79,272 miles

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

O/S/F outer cv boot cable tied on- has slight seepage.

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 May 2013 70,618 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 24 May 2012 67,228 miles

slight play in nearside front steering rack drum stick

Pass 10 May 2011 61,596 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2010 55,881 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 53,299 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 51,307 miles
Fail 23 May 2008 51,293 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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 XZU is a 2005 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,870cc diesel 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 LV05 XZU, 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 LV05 XZU registered?

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

Is LV05 XZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV05 XZU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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