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EX55 UOB

2005 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2023
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

76,879 mi
Last recorded76,879 miles
Recorded on20 May 2022
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX55 UOB
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 May 2022 76,879 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Slight transmission oil leak present (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 May 2022 76,879 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Slight transmission oil leak present (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 May 2021 73,803 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Steering system slightly rough Steering rack knocking (2.1.1 (a))

Fail 20 May 2021 73,803 miles

Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users Radiator (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure Mounting Missing (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Inside edge/Perishing (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Inside edge/Perishing (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Steering system slightly rough Steering rack knocking (2.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 May 2020 70,590 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive From drive flange oil seals on both sides (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2019 65,378 miles

Slight wear in steering rack

Fail 14 May 2019 65,378 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Both rear tyres perished

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Slight wear in steering rack

Pass 17 May 2018 58,965 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 52,673 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 50,911 miles

rear tyres perished

Fail 22 Apr 2016 50,894 miles

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 Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering rack damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

rear tyres perished

Pass 13 May 2015 47,024 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 6 May 2014 44,513 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Slight wear in the bush in the end of the nearside front steering rack

Pass 7 May 2013 42,642 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Slight wear in nearside front steering rack

Pass 8 May 2012 40,455 miles
Fail 4 May 2012 40,455 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2011 38,030 miles

Both rear brakes slightly binding

Front wiper blades

Offside rear tyre perished

Pass 6 May 2010 36,431 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2009 34,447 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2009 34,447 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Oct 2008 26,942 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2008 26,942 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

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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EX55 UOB is a 2005 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 EX55 UOB, 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 EX55 UOB registered?

EX55 UOB is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 5 September 2005.

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