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GF55 JZX

2005 Renault Megane

Gold Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

53,317 mi
Last recorded53,317 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF55 JZX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2019 53,317 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Mar 2019 53,314 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Mar 2018 42,422 miles

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

Rear brake discs corroded

Fail 7 Mar 2018 42,422 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect bulb crooked (1.8.A.1b)

Rear brake discs corroded

Pass 3 Mar 2017 28,817 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2016 23,061 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 19,665 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 16,731 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 13,201 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 10,741 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 7,363 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 4,058 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 3,750 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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GF55 JZX is a 2005 Renault Megane in Gold with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 GF55 JZX, 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 GF55 JZX registered?

GF55 JZX is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 24 December 2005.

Is GF55 JZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF55 JZX shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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