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EK55 LVG

2005 Renault Megane

Black Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

117,986 mi
Last recorded117,986 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2015
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK55 LVG
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2015 117,986 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2014 101,622 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 101,622 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 24 Aug 2013 90,836 miles

exhaust center mount broken

Pass 11 Aug 2012 76,551 miles

os and ns track rods have play in them

Fail 11 Aug 2012 76,551 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

os and ns track rods have play in them

Pass 22 Aug 2011 59,184 miles

unable to test emissions no smoke detected

Fail 9 Aug 2010 39,117 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

n/side and o/side steering rack ends worn

rear discs slightly rusty on lip

Pass 9 Aug 2010 39,117 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

n/side and o/side steering rack ends worn

rear discs slightly rusty on lip

Pass 26 Aug 2009 22,433 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 17,691 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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EK55 LVG is a 2005 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 EK55 LVG, 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 EK55 LVG registered?

EK55 LVG is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 13 October 2005.

Is EK55 LVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK55 LVG shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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