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EY05 ELX

2005 Renault Megane

Green Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2018
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

98,201 mi
Last recorded98,201 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY05 ELX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2017 98,201 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 Nov 2016 92,130 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2016 92,130 miles

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

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 29 Oct 2015
Fail 29 Oct 2015

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 1 Nov 2014 82,558 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2014 82,553 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Oct 2013 72,998 miles

Nearside Steering rack slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Steering rack slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 25 Oct 2012 60,622 miles

advise air bag light on

advise slight movement in offside front leg

advise slight play in both sides track rods

advise wear on front discs.

advise wear on rear discs.

Fail 24 Oct 2012 60,622 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

advise air bag light on

advise slight movement in offside front leg

advise slight play in both sides track rods

advise wear on front discs.

advise wear on rear discs.

Pass 27 Oct 2011 53,684 miles

Front Steering rack deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 4 Oct 2010
Fail 30 Sep 2009 37,756 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 30 Sep 2009 37,756 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 31,226 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2008 31,226 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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EY05 ELX is a 2005 Renault Megane in Green with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 EY05 ELX, 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 EY05 ELX registered?

EY05 ELX is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 10 August 2005.

Is EY05 ELX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EY05 ELX shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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