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EA55 XTE

2005 Renault Megane

Red Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

87,741 mi
Last recorded87,741 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA55 XTE
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2025 87,741 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres edges worn (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Oct 2024 84,075 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2024 84,068 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2023 80,085 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2022 75,410 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 71,008 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 66,743 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Oct 2019 62,109 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 57,102 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 51,054 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 46,107 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2015 42,777 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2015 42,777 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 5 Nov 2014 39,525 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 35,214 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 31,293 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2011 28,175 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Nov 2011 28,175 miles

Oil leak

Pass 17 Nov 2010 25,534 miles

both rear tyre perishing

Pass 19 Nov 2009 20,762 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2008 16,142 miles

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

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

all brakes worn

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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EA55 XTE is a 2005 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 EA55 XTE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EA55 XTE registered?

EA55 XTE is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 4 November 2005.

Is EA55 XTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA55 XTE shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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