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FE55 GXN

2005 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2018
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

125,191 mi
Last recorded125,191 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE55 GXN
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2017 125,191 miles

Exhaust heatsheild loose

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing Both rear (2.7.2a)

Fail 28 Jun 2017 125,191 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust heatsheild loose

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing Both rear (2.7.2a)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 115,481 miles

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

Slight play in inner rack joints

Fail 18 Apr 2016 115,481 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

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

Slight play in inner rack joints

Pass 22 Apr 2015 108,780 miles

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)

Fail 22 Apr 2015 108,780 miles

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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)

Pass 19 Mar 2014 103,333 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

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

Oil level low

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Mar 2014 103,321 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

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

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

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

Oil level low

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Feb 2013 98,704 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 8 Feb 2013 98,704 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Fail 28 Sep 2011 82,837 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 28 Sep 2011 82,837 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 68,609 miles

Tie Rods have slight movement in the ball pin (steering rack end)

Pass 16 Sep 2009 54,732 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2008 42,948 miles

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

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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FE55 GXN is a 2005 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 FE55 GXN, 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 FE55 GXN registered?

FE55 GXN is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 26 September 2005.

Is FE55 GXN safe to buy?

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