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FP05 GEJ

2005 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

30,784 mi
Last recorded30,784 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2015
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP05 GEJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2015 30,784 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 27,376 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 22,718 miles

has slight play in the nearside inner rack joint

Fail 30 May 2013 22,718 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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)

has slight play in the nearside inner rack joint

Pass 30 May 2012 20,393 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 18,285 miles

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 1 Jun 2010 15,193 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 11,933 miles

slight play in nearside front steering rack inner joint

Pass 30 May 2008 9,209 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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FP05 GEJ is a 2005 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FP05 GEJ, 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 FP05 GEJ registered?

FP05 GEJ is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 27 May 2005.

Is FP05 GEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP05 GEJ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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