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DM05 RAM

2005 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

65,159 mi
Last recorded65,159 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDM05 RAM
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2017 65,159 miles

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

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Rear Tyres perished

engine management lamp on

Fail 27 Jul 2017 65,159 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Rear Tyres perished

engine management lamp on

Pass 19 Aug 2015 59,655 miles

Engine management lamp on

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 8 Aug 2015 59,651 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)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Engine management lamp on

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 54,669 miles

Nearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 47,392 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 40,954 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Jul 2011 35,985 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 34,696 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2010 34,696 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2009 25,186 miles

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

Rear number plate slightly deteriated

Pass 7 Mar 2008 18,820 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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DM05 RAM is a 2005 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DM05 RAM, 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 DM05 RAM registered?

DM05 RAM is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is DM05 RAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for DM05 RAM shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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