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EN05 HLJ

2005 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

71,842 mi
Last recorded71,842 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN05 HLJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2023 71,842 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel PLUS STEERING ARMS (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Jan 2023 71,840 miles

Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel PLUS STEERING ARMS (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2022 63,880 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2021 55,462 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 20 Jul 2019 48,231 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 46,364 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 43,857 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 74,240 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 15,617 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 32,866 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 29,532 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Mar 2013 29,206 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Fail 12 Mar 2013 29,206 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 29 Jun 2011 28,095 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2010 26,113 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Jun 2010 26,113 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Jun 2009 21,629 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 17,108 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2008 17,108 miles

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

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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EN05 HLJ 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 78.9%.

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 EN05 HLJ, 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 EN05 HLJ registered?

EN05 HLJ is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 25 June 2005.

Is EN05 HLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN05 HLJ shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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