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EX05 SXG

2005 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

79,060 mi
Last recorded79,060 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2016
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX05 SXG
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2016 79,060 miles

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

Fail 21 Jun 2016 79,060 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2015 74,646 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 66,862 miles

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

front and rear brake pads 70% worn.

Fail 26 Jun 2014 66,862 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

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

front and rear brake pads 70% worn.

Pass 25 Jun 2013 60,902 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 57,881 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 55,947 miles

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

corrosion and lip on rear discs

cut and cracks in n/s/f tyre

slight play in n/s/f track rod arm

Pass 21 Mar 2011 52,306 miles

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

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 25 Mar 2010 44,293 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2010 44,293 miles

Offside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Pass 23 Mar 2009 36,550 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

play o/s/f track rod arm

slight play n/s/f track rod arm

Pass 26 Mar 2008 28,054 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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EX05 SXG is a 2005 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 EX05 SXG, 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 EX05 SXG registered?

EX05 SXG is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 14 April 2005.

Is EX05 SXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX05 SXG shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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