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EK55 VVG

2005 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

13,934 mi
Last recorded13,934 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK55 VVG
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 13,934 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2024 13,682 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2024 13,682 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2023 13,284 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2022 12,924 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 12,662 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2020 12,379 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2019 11,749 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 11,072 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 10,578 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 9,923 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015
Pass 18 Sep 2014 8,487 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 7,917 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 7,379 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 6,910 miles

advise on condition of front wiper blades

Pass 18 Sep 2010 6,399 miles

Advised offside front tyrewall condition.

Pass 26 Sep 2009 5,684 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2008 4,974 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 VVG is a 2005 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,390cc 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 EK55 VVG, 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 EK55 VVG registered?

EK55 VVG is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is EK55 VVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK55 VVG 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.

Does EK55 VVG have outstanding finance?

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