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EJ55 JRX

2005 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

40,544 mi
Last recorded40,544 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ55 JRX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 40,544 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2024 36,390 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2023 34,815 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 32,437 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2022 32,437 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Nov 2021 29,787 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2020 28,665 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Nov 2019 27,997 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2018 26,715 miles

front wipers smearing screen slightly

Pass 16 Nov 2017 25,170 miles

Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front wiper blades smearing screen

Pass 16 Nov 2016 23,717 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened INNER (3.5.1i)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 10 Nov 2015 22,411 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 20,431 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 18,829 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 16,889 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 15,076 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2010 13,255 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 11,379 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 8,807 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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EJ55 JRX is a 2005 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 EJ55 JRX, 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 EJ55 JRX registered?

EJ55 JRX is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 26 November 2005.

Is EJ55 JRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ55 JRX shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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