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AE05 XVW

2005 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

126,942 mi
Last recorded126,942 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2015
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE05 XVW
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2015 126,942 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2015 126,941 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Aug 2014 113,079 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Aug 2013 99,414 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Jul 2012 90,726 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2012 90,726 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2011 77,757 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Oil leak

rear tyres wearing low

slight fraying to drivers seat belt

Pass 29 Jul 2010 65,231 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2010 65,230 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 31 Jul 2009 49,668 miles

Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 Jul 2009 49,668 miles

Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 22 Feb 2008 15,013 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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AE05 XVW is a 2005 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 AE05 XVW, 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 AE05 XVW registered?

AE05 XVW is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 30 April 2005.

Is AE05 XVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE05 XVW shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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