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EJ05 PNX

2005 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

97,201 mi
Last recorded97,201 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2021
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ05 PNX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2021 97,201 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 96,051 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2019 94,952 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2019 94,952 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2018 92,966 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2018 92,966 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2017 91,221 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 89,907 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 88,798 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 86,793 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 84,782 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 78,491 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 71,839 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 66,299 miles

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 19 May 2009 61,101 miles
Fail 19 May 2009 61,101 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 19 May 2008 56,343 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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EJ05 PNX is a 2005 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 EJ05 PNX, 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 EJ05 PNX registered?

EJ05 PNX is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 19 May 2005.

Is EJ05 PNX safe to buy?

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