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FA05 MEV

2005 Renault Megane Scenic

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

22,633 mi
Last recorded22,633 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2018
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane Scenic41,489 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA05 MEV
MakeRenault
ModelMegane Scenic
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2018 22,633 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2018 22,615 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) modified and seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 22 Mar 2017 18,755 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2016 13,520 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 8,849 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 3,878 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 42,696 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2012 42,696 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 38,890 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 34,333 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2010 34,333 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 29 Jul 2009 31,128 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2009 31,128 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut upper support bearing is rough in operation (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Macpherson strut upper support bearing is rough in operation (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 30 Jul 2008 25,615 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)

How Reliable is the Renault Megane Scenic?

Based on 1,818,845 MOT tests across 145,724 vehicles.

66.2%
Pass Rate
6,520
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
145,724
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 116,922
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 68,848
constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing 66,630
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 58,928
Registration plate lamp not working 55,988
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FA05 MEV is a 2005 Renault Megane Scenic in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2005 Renault Megane Scenic models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 41,489 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Renault Megane Scenic fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 116,922 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FA05 MEV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Megane Scenic typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 21 years old, this Renault Megane Scenic is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FA05 MEV registered?

FA05 MEV is a 2005 Renault Megane Scenic, first registered on 4 August 2005.

Is FA05 MEV safe to buy?

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