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LV05 EVG

2005 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

135,617 mi
Last recorded135,617 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2015
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV05 EVG
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2015 135,617 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 125,000 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2014

Steering rack damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 28 Mar 2013 115,810 miles

Undetectable noise from lock to lock steering checks

Fail 28 Mar 2013 115,810 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Undetectable noise from lock to lock steering checks

Pass 29 Mar 2012 95,506 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2012 95,506 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2011 76,281 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2010 56,746 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 38,272 miles

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

Fail 4 Apr 2008 18,724 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2008 18,724 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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LV05 EVG is a 2005 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LV05 EVG, 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 LV05 EVG registered?

LV05 EVG is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 4 March 2005.

Is LV05 EVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV05 EVG shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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