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GF05 GSO

2005 Renault Megane

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2015
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

86,908 mi
Last recorded86,908 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2014
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF05 GSO
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2014 86,908 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2013 71,136 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2013 71,112 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

EML LAMP ILLUMINATED

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

Fail 24 Apr 2012 67,256 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2012 67,256 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 60,796 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2011 60,796 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 53,855 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

nearside rear outer sill damaged

Fail 21 Apr 2010 53,855 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nail in offside rear tyre

nearside rear outer sill damaged

Pass 24 Apr 2009 45,251 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2009 45,233 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nail in offside rear tyre

nearside rear brake slightly binding

offside rear tyre pressure low

Pass 22 Apr 2008 31,344 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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GF05 GSO is a 2005 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 GF05 GSO, 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 GF05 GSO registered?

GF05 GSO is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 27 April 2005.

Is GF05 GSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF05 GSO shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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