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MJ56 ZNU

2006 Renault Megane

Gold Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

156,311 mi
Last recorded156,311 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2019
Typical for 2006 Renault Megane66,813 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ56 ZNU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2006
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2019 156,311 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

reverse lamps illuminated all the time.

Pass 12 Feb 2018 135,189 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides ()

Fail 12 Feb 2018 135,189 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides ()

Pass 3 Feb 2017 118,563 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2017 118,563 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 18 Feb 2016 108,863 miles

Undershield fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 12 Feb 2016 108,863 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement wishbone inner front bush (2.4.G.2)

Steering column will not lock in a fixed position (adjustable type) (2.1.2a)

Stop lamp not working high level (1.2.1b)

Undershield fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Jan 2015 99,727 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Feb 2014 93,904 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

front brake discs have slight wear

Pass 18 Feb 2013 86,150 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 80,502 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 78,128 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 76,420 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 59,072 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2009 59,072 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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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MJ56 ZNU is a 2006 Renault Megane in Gold with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2006 Renault Megane models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 66,813 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 MJ56 ZNU, 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 20 years old, this Renault Megane is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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MJ56 ZNU is a 2006 Renault Megane, first registered on 6 December 2006.

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