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EK55 GVJ

2005 Renault Megane

Beige Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

44,303 mi
Last recorded44,303 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2012
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK55 GVJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2012 44,303 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 6 Jun 2011 38,269 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 38,269 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 35,782 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2009 25,896 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2009 15,855 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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EK55 GVJ is a 2005 Renault Megane in Beige with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 EK55 GVJ, 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 EK55 GVJ registered?

EK55 GVJ is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 5 November 2005.

Is EK55 GVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK55 GVJ shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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