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FA05 MHL

2005 Renault Megane Scenic

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

49,526 mi
Last recorded49,526 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane Scenic41,489 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2017 49,526 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 27 Jul 2017 49,526 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 28 Jul 2016 33,720 miles

back box slight blow

o/s/r rack arm slight play

rear brake pads

Pass 26 Jun 2015 16,697 miles

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 26 Jun 2015 16,697 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 May 2014 4,612 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 2,159 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 38,237 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 34,769 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 10 May 2010 29,953 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 27,104 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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

Pass 12 Sep 2008 21,670 miles

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

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

o/s/front tyre has sidewall damage

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 MHL is a 2005 Renault Megane Scenic in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 MHL, 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 MHL registered?

FA05 MHL is a 2005 Renault Megane Scenic, first registered on 5 August 2005.

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