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FE05 RXV

2005 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2024
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

79,517 mi
Last recorded79,517 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2023
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE05 RXV
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2023 79,517 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2022 72,089 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2022 72,089 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 May 2021 62,263 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2020 62,197 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 9 Apr 2019 58,529 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2019 58,529 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Headlamp levelling device inoperative insecure (4.1.5 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 53,753 miles

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

both front brake discs slightly worn/lipped

Fail 17 Apr 2018 53,753 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid washer jets (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Lower coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Front Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

both front brake discs slightly worn/lipped

Pass 19 Apr 2017 47,257 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2016 42,317 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Apr 2015 39,479 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 39,479 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 33,937 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 27,632 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 22,601 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Apr 2011 21,363 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 18,980 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 15,218 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 11,704 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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FE05 RXV is a 2005 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FE05 RXV, 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 FE05 RXV registered?

FE05 RXV is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 4 March 2005.

Is FE05 RXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE05 RXV shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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