Renault Megane (2005)
2005 Renault Megane
CarHunch analysed 45,107 real MOT records for the 2005 Renault Megane. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2005 Megane is a real reliability concern — its 67.6% first-time pass rate trails the UK average by over 12 percentage points, and a worrying 33.6% of these cars have recorded dangerous defects at some point. Petrol and diesel versions are equally problematic, both hovering around 67.5% pass rates, so fuel choice won't help you avoid trouble.
These cars are running with average mileage of 70,024 miles, which is reasonable for their age, but they're accumulating nearly 5 failures and 19 advisories per test — a sign of genuine wear and deterioration. If you're considering a 2005 Megane, get a detailed pre-purchase inspection focused on brake systems and suspension, have a mechanic check for corrosion issues, and expect regular repair bills once you own it.
What to check before buying a 2005 Renault Megane
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 33.6% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (63%) | 28,486 | 67.7% | 5.06 |
| Diesel (37%) | 16,593 | 67.4% | 4.85 |
| Other (0%) | 13 | 74.6% | 1.15 |
| LPG (0%) | 12 | 70.8% | 3.92 |
| Other (0%) | 2 | 83.3% | 0.5 |
| Electric (0%) | 1 | 72.7% | 3 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2005 Renault Megane vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2005 Renault Megane vehicles fall between 48,737 and 73,090 miles.
2005 Renault Megane — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 1,955 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2024 (5% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2024.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2005 Renault Megane
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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89.5%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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84.9%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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84.8%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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75.5%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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71.3%
Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
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58.1%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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45.1%
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
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40.5%
Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2005. Counts include advisories and failures.
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