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GF55 KAE

2005 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

93,053 mi
Last recorded93,053 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF55 KAE
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2018 93,053 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2018 93,053 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Oct 2017 76,789 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2017 76,789 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Oct 2016 70,692 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2016 70,692 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Nov 2015 64,409 miles

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

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel inner track rod ball joint worn (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 6 Nov 2014 58,105 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 8 Oct 2013 52,967 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2013 52,967 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Oct 2012 49,909 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2011 46,656 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 43,787 miles

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

slight play near side rack end

Pass 12 Oct 2009 39,389 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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

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 6 Nov 2008 30,848 miles

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

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 KAE is a 2005 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 KAE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GF55 KAE registered?

GF55 KAE is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 18 November 2005.

Is GF55 KAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF55 KAE shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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