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GF05 LZE

2005 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

103,721 mi
Last recorded103,721 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2018
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF05 LZE
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2018 103,721 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front cv boot slight damaged

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

under tray fitted

Fail 4 Jun 2018 103,721 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front cv boot slight damaged

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

under tray fitted

Pass 20 Jun 2017 92,496 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 20 Jun 2017 92,496 miles

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Oil leak ()

Pass 22 Jun 2016 80,654 miles

both front outer cv gaiters leaking

Pass 4 Jun 2015 76,472 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jun 2014 72,297 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 67,880 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 30 May 2012 63,031 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 20 Jun 2011 59,614 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 23 Jun 2010 53,828 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2010 53,825 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear An item not tested (Manual)

both rear brake dics corroded on inside face

Pass 20 Jun 2009 44,772 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2008 34,617 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 LZE is a 2005 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 GF05 LZE, 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 LZE registered?

GF05 LZE is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 16 May 2005.

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