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EF05 GNN

2005 Renault Megane

Red Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2020
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

111,140 mi
Last recorded111,140 miles
Recorded on11 May 2019
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF05 GNN
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Pass 11 May 2019 111,140 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) n/s & o/s ()

Fail 11 May 2019 111,139 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) n/s & o/s ()

Pass 26 May 2018 104,322 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) o/s & n/s ()

Fail 26 May 2018 104,322 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) o/s & n/s ()

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively o/s & n/s (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2017 99,075 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 22 May 2017 99,075 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 20 May 2016 92,778 miles

slight play steering rack inner joints

Fail 20 May 2016 92,778 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

slight play steering rack inner joints

Pass 15 May 2015 88,129 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 15 May 2015 88,117 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 23 May 2014 84,654 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

movement in steering arms

Pass 17 May 2013 75,964 miles
Fail 16 May 2013 75,964 miles

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

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 May 2012 67,284 miles
Fail 23 May 2012 67,280 miles

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

Nearside Front Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 May 2011 58,775 miles
Fail 20 May 2011 58,657 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Pass 21 May 2010 51,220 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 22 May 2009 43,684 miles
Fail 19 May 2009 43,684 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 20 May 2008 35,717 miles

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

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

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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EF05 GNN is a 2005 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 EF05 GNN, 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 EF05 GNN registered?

EF05 GNN is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 24 May 2005.

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