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AJ55 ECW

2005 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ55 ECW
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2023

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front tyres displaying 3mm tread and osr unit 3mm

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2022 56,223 miles

Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 53,518 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 5 Jun 2020 50,514 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 50,014 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 49,608 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 45,886 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 42,699 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 9 Apr 2013 42,699 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 38,690 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 30 Mar 2012 38,690 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 10 Nov 2010 33,577 miles

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 2 Nov 2009 29,570 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2009 29,404 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 11 Oct 2008 22,025 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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AJ55 ECW is a 2005 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AJ55 ECW, 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 AJ55 ECW registered?

AJ55 ECW is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 26 October 2005.

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