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EY55 VRW

2005 Renault Megane

Beige Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

58,968 mi
Last recorded58,968 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2017
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY55 VRW
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2017 58,968 miles

rear exhaust mounting deteriorated

EML warning light illuminated

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

nearside rear tyre worn to appx 3.0mm and worn edges

offside front tyre worn to appx 3.0mm and void of tread on edges and damaged tread

Pass 17 Dec 2016 53,525 miles

EML on dash

Slight play from steering joints

nearside outer CV boot in poor condition {starting to become insecure}

Fail 10 Dec 2016 53,431 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt o/s/r & n/s/r. ()

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim inner edge. (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

e.m.l. light on.

Pass 20 Nov 2015 45,599 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 37,824 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2014 37,823 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Sep 2011 27,396 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2010 19,562 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 11,301 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 7,963 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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EY55 VRW is a 2005 Renault Megane in Beige with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EY55 VRW, 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 EY55 VRW registered?

EY55 VRW is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is EY55 VRW safe to buy?

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