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EK05 RHY

2005 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2020
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

62,173 mi
Last recorded62,173 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2019
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK05 RHY
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2019 62,173 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

both headlamps fadea

Fail 17 Oct 2019 62,173 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

both headlamps fadea

Pass 1 Nov 2018 60,420 miles

n/s/f head lamp is slightly discoloured

Pass 18 Aug 2017 57,197 miles

Nearside headlight slightly tarnished

Offside Front tyre wearing on outer edges

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 25 Oct 2016 56,387 miles

Front number plate cracked/ damaged

Nearside Rear tyre wearing on edges

Offside Front tyre wearing on edges

Oil leak ()

Pass 21 Oct 2015 55,419 miles

advise inspect n/s/rear brake..slight bind...

nearside headlamp lens cloudy

slight wear noted in inner steering rack joints..

Fail 21 Oct 2015 55,419 miles

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

advise inspect n/s/rear brake..slight bind...

nearside headlamp lens cloudy

slight wear noted in inner steering rack joints..

Pass 18 Jul 2014 52,115 miles

Advise slight freeplay in both track rod arms

Fail 18 Jul 2014 52,114 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Advise engine oil leak

Advise slight freeplay in both track rod arms

Pass 27 Jul 2013 42,452 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2013 42,452 miles

Steering lock fails to engage (2.1.4b)

Fail 27 Jul 2012 34,030 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 34,030 miles

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Fail 27 Jul 2011 27,098 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 27,098 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 19,795 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 11,647 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2009 11,647 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 18 Sep 2008 3,747 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 2,968 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 RHY is a 2005 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 EK05 RHY, 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 EK05 RHY registered?

EK05 RHY is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 7 April 2005.

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