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FH05 EPE

2005 Renault Megane

Grey Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

96,200 mi
Last recorded96,200 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH05 EPE
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2018 96,200 miles

Nearside Front Inner steering arm has slight play

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded and worn on lower half (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 24 Nov 2017 91,904 miles

Nearside steering rack end has play

Fail 24 Nov 2017 91,904 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside steering rack end has play

Pass 1 Dec 2016 90,333 miles

Nearside steering rack end has play

Fail 29 Nov 2016 90,333 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Nearside steering rack end has play

Pass 30 Sep 2015 88,747 miles

Nearside steering rack end has play

Pass 17 Dec 2013 85,778 miles

Play in nearside steering rack end

Fail 9 Dec 2013 85,749 miles

Nearside Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Play in nearside steering rack end

Pass 1 Dec 2012 83,883 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 81,412 miles

Nearside roll bar link end running very close to drive shaft

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

Play in nearside rack end

Pass 11 Jun 2010 78,536 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 75,545 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2009 75,545 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

inner rim of all four alloys damaged

Pass 29 May 2008 73,321 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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FH05 EPE is a 2005 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FH05 EPE, 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 FH05 EPE registered?

FH05 EPE is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 2 June 2005.

Is FH05 EPE safe to buy?

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