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FA05 OTH

2005 Renault Megane Scenic

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2019
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

52,349 mi
Last recorded52,349 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2018
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane Scenic41,489 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA05 OTH
MakeRenault
ModelMegane Scenic
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2018 52,349 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jan 2017 50,972 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2017 50,972 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Aug 2015 48,613 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jul 2014 47,098 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Jul 2014 47,072 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Jul 2013 45,364 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2013

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 42,806 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2012 42,806 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 14 Jun 2011 40,151 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 40,151 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 38,420 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2010

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 16,888 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 13,227 miles

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 OTH is a 2005 Renault Megane Scenic in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OTH, 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 OTH registered?

FA05 OTH is a 2005 Renault Megane Scenic, first registered on 23 August 2005.

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The MOT history for FA05 OTH 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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