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EK05 FPX

2005 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

110,176 mi
Last recorded110,176 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2016
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK05 FPX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2016 110,176 miles

Offside Front Radius arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Feb 2015 104,010 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 24 Feb 2014 95,657 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2014 95,628 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

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

Pass 27 Feb 2013 88,836 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 79,532 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 71,364 miles

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

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

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

engine oil leaks

indecators not self canceling

loud cracking noise apparent when turning steering

some freeplay witin steering

Pass 10 Mar 2010 59,089 miles

Front tyres h rated, o/s/rear tyre v rated & n/s/rear tyre w ratede.

Fail 10 Mar 2010 59,089 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front tyres h rated, o/s/rear tyre v rated & n/s/rear tyre w ratede.

Hand brake performance low.

Pass 16 Mar 2009 46,563 miles

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

Fail 13 Mar 2009 46,473 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 17 Mar 2008 33,303 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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EK05 FPX is a 2005 Renault Megane in Grey 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 EK05 FPX, 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 EK05 FPX registered?

EK05 FPX is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 19 March 2005.

Is EK05 FPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK05 FPX 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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