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LJ05 UEA

2005 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

40,493 mi
Last recorded40,493 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2018
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 UEA
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2018 40,493 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 33,664 miles

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

engine light on dash

Pass 13 Jun 2016 28,450 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2015 20,996 miles

Engine management light on

Pass 20 May 2014 18,647 miles

noise from both front suspension leg top mountings when steering is turned from lock to lock

Pass 23 May 2013 17,194 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 15,639 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 13,807 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 12,005 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 10,142 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2009 10,141 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2008 7,997 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2008 7,969 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

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

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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LJ05 UEA is a 2005 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 LJ05 UEA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ05 UEA registered?

LJ05 UEA is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 6 June 2005.

Is LJ05 UEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ05 UEA shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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