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BL05 EWY

2005 Renault Megane

Beige Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

56,997 mi
Last recorded56,997 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2023
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL05 EWY
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2023 56,997 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2023 56,997 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 1 Jul 2022 55,934 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

both headlamps deteriorated

Pass 2 Jul 2021 54,581 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Jul 2020 53,225 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 51,773 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 50,283 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 48,748 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 47,349 miles

play in n/s steering rack joint

rear number plate

Fail 1 Jul 2016 47,349 miles

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

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

Stop lamp not working eye level not working (1.2.1b)

play in n/s steering rack joint

rear number plate

Pass 3 Jul 2015 43,738 miles

slight wear in steering rack n/s

Pass 8 Jul 2014 41,346 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 38,321 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 18 Jul 2013 38,321 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside 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 Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 10 Jul 2012 34,311 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 29,620 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

both front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 12 Jul 2010 25,745 miles

Rear Brake Discs Corroded

Pass 30 Jun 2009 20,510 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 16,652 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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BL05 EWY is a 2005 Renault Megane in Beige with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 BL05 EWY, 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 BL05 EWY registered?

BL05 EWY is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 29 July 2005.

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