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EO55 RVU

2005 Renault Megane

Grey Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

140,051 mi
Last recorded140,051 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2016
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO55 RVU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2016 140,051 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Offside Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

oil leaks

Fail 18 Mar 2016 140,051 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

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

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

Offside Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

oil leaks

Pass 9 Mar 2015 135,510 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2015 135,510 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Feb 2014 114,442 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Offside Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Fail 21 Feb 2014 114,442 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

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

Offside Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Pass 25 Feb 2013 92,706 miles

Offside Front Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 25 Feb 2013 92,706 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Oct 2012 92,170 miles

both rear shockers corroded

engine & bay covers fitted

Fail 27 Oct 2012 92,170 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

both rear shockers corroded

engine & bay covers fitted

Pass 22 Oct 2011 79,321 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

slight play in both front tie-rods

Pass 23 Oct 2010 69,458 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 61,809 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 42,340 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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EO55 RVU is a 2005 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 EO55 RVU, 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 EO55 RVU registered?

EO55 RVU is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 4 November 2005.

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