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BP05 GZU

2005 Renault Megane

Red Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2019
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP05 GZU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2018

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 31 May 2017 55,164 miles

both rear tyres worn on the outer edge

front number plate damaged

oil leak

Pass 19 May 2016 52,567 miles

eml lamp illuminated

front number plate damaged

Pass 22 May 2015 51,357 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front number plate damaged

Pass 22 May 2014 49,198 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 22 May 2014 49,198 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 May 2013 48,032 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front number plate cracked.

n/s wiper blade split.

n/s/f bumper damaged.

steering lock sometimes wont engage.

Fail 20 May 2013 48,032 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Offside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front number plate cracked.

n/s wiper blade split.

n/s/f bumper damaged.

steering lock sometimes wont engage.

Pass 17 May 2012 45,844 miles

DPF regeneration warning lit

nearside rear foot and hand brakes lagging

Fail 17 May 2012 45,844 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

DPF regeneration warning lit

nearside rear foot and hand brakes lagging

Fail 9 May 2011 43,668 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 9 May 2011 43,668 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 37,696 miles
Fail 14 May 2010 37,696 miles

Nearside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 20 May 2009 25,564 miles

rear left seat belt not fully checked (child seat fitted)

rear right seat belt not fully checked (child seat fitted)

Fail 20 May 2008 23,690 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

O/S/F outer brake pad getting low

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 May 2008 23,690 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

O/S/F outer brake pad getting low

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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BP05 GZU is a 2005 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BP05 GZU, 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 BP05 GZU registered?

BP05 GZU is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 8 August 2005.

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The MOT history for BP05 GZU shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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