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BK05 EWM

2005 Renault Megane

Grey Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

93,504 mi
Last recorded93,504 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2015
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK05 EWM
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2015 93,504 miles

Engine covers fitted not allowing inspection of some components

Both front coil springs corroded

Nearside rear tyres is 11 years old

Undertrays fitted not allowing inspection of some components

Fail 20 Oct 2015 93,421 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Steering lock fails to engage (2.1.4b)

Engine covers fitted not allowing inspection of some components

Both front coil springs corroded

Nearside rear tyres is 11 years old

Undertrays fitted not allowing inspection of some components

Pass 3 Oct 2014 83,188 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Fail 3 Oct 2014 83,188 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Fail 23 Oct 2013 72,695 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)

Pass 23 Oct 2013 72,695 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 66,200 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Oil leak

Pass 25 Jan 2012 59,284 miles

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

Fail 23 Jan 2012 59,231 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different structures are fitted across the same axle (4.1.A.2a)

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

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

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

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different structures are fitted across the same axle (4.1.A.2a)

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

Pass 7 Jan 2011 49,730 miles

Oil leak

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

offside rear wheel slightly binding

rear brake discs worn

Pass 26 Jan 2010 39,332 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 27,265 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2009 27,265 miles

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

SCREW IN N/S/F TYRE.

Pass 21 Jan 2008 13,857 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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BK05 EWM is a 2005 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 BK05 EWM, 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 BK05 EWM registered?

BK05 EWM is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 11 April 2005.

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