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EA05 ZFL

2005 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

70,998 mi
Last recorded70,998 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA05 ZFL
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2017 70,998 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 67,455 miles

Offside Front has nail in tread

Offside Rear tyre worn on outer edge

Fail 26 May 2016 67,365 miles

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

Offside Front has nail in tread

Offside Rear tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 2 Jun 2015 62,264 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 55,369 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

o/s/f and n/s/f tyres inner edge shoulder wearing low.

Fail 30 May 2014 55,369 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

o/s/f and n/s/f tyres inner edge shoulder wearing low.

Fail 22 Nov 2013 50,876 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front brake discs slightly lipped

n/s/f wiper blade split but still clearing the screen.

Pass 6 Dec 2012 42,450 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2012 42,450 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Nov 2011 39,674 miles

o/s/r brake binding slightly

Pass 4 May 2010 29,603 miles
Fail 4 May 2010 29,603 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2009 20,133 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 14,142 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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EA05 ZFL is a 2005 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol 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 EA05 ZFL, 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 EA05 ZFL registered?

EA05 ZFL is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 4 May 2005.

Is EA05 ZFL safe to buy?

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