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AY05 MXA

2005 Renault Megane

Beige Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

150,923 mi
Last recorded150,923 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2013
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY05 MXA
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2013 150,923 miles

Front Macpherson strut worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 22 Aug 2013 150,914 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Macpherson strut worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 25 Apr 2012 133,862 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Apr 2012 133,862 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 107,563 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 107,563 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2010 85,312 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2010 85,312 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Mar 2009 78,040 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 77,569 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2008 64,464 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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AY05 MXA is a 2005 Renault Megane in Beige with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AY05 MXA, 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 AY05 MXA registered?

AY05 MXA is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 23 March 2005.

Is AY05 MXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY05 MXA shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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