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AP55 GHG

2005 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

93,183 mi
Last recorded93,183 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2020
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP55 GHG
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2020 93,183 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 87,397 miles

Offside Front drum stick slight play

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 75,416 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Apr 2017 67,780 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

both rear shock absorbers rusty, no signs of weakness nor misting at time of test

plastic under tray fitted covering mot-able items and prescribed areas

Fail 19 Apr 2017 67,780 miles

Nearside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

both rear shock absorbers rusty, no signs of weakness nor misting at time of test

plastic under tray fitted covering mot-able items and prescribed areas

Pass 5 May 2016 63,694 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 4 May 2016 63,694 miles

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

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 59,464 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

engine management lamp on

Fail 7 Aug 2015 59,394 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

engine management lamp on

Pass 30 Jul 2014 52,163 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

front tyres worn on edges

Fail 30 Jul 2014 52,163 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

front tyres worn on edges

Pass 5 Aug 2013 43,919 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 24 Jul 2012 35,713 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 4 Aug 2011 27,838 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Aug 2010 21,066 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 19,523 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 14,144 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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AP55 GHG is a 2005 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 AP55 GHG, 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 AP55 GHG registered?

AP55 GHG is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 29 December 2005.

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