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AR05 ECF

2005 Renault Megane

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

72,788 mi
Last recorded72,788 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2021
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR05 ECF
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2021 72,788 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 68,045 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 63,261 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Jul 2018 59,295 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 54,475 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 48,449 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 25 Apr 2015 43,032 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2015 43,032 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 38,088 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 13 May 2013 33,436 miles
Fail 13 May 2013 33,436 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 28 May 2012 28,714 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 23,910 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 19,588 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)

Fail 13 May 2010 19,588 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2009 16,220 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 12,460 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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AR05 ECF is a 2005 Renault Megane in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 AR05 ECF, 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 AR05 ECF registered?

AR05 ECF is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 21 May 2005.

Is AR05 ECF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR05 ECF shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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