2005 Renault Magane MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Magane models manufactured in 2005, based on 50 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
2005 Renault Magane MOT Analysis
The 2005 Renault Magane has an MOT pass rate of 46.0% based on 50 tests — significantly below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 90,439 miles on the odometer. With a 54.0% failure rate, the 2005 Magane is rated as "Very Poor" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2005 Renault Magane is Suspension, responsible for 4.0% of failures. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs range from £200–500.
Top failures specific to 2005 models only. The overall Magane page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 4.0% | 2 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 90,439 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 0.44 | 4.0% | 2 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2005 Renault Magane has an MOT pass rate of 46.0% based on 50 tests — significantly below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 90,439 miles on the odometer. With a 54.0% failure rate, the 2005 Magane is rated as "Very Poor" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2005 Renault Magane, be prepared for above-average maintenance costs. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to suspension: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks. With an average mileage of 90,439 miles, these vehicles are in the higher-mileage bracket where wear-related failures become more common.
Suspension — 4.0% of failures
Suspension issues account for 4.0% of MOT failures on 2005 Renault Magane models. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.