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GF55 UKZ

2005 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

87,183 mi
Last recorded87,183 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF55 UKZ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2017 87,183 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 26 Aug 2017 87,183 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 30 Dec 2015 81,777 miles

eml on

front pads low

osf tyre 3mm and bald inside edge

play in both rack inner joints

Fail 30 Dec 2015 81,777 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

eml on

front pads low

osf tyre 3mm and bald inside edge

play in both rack inner joints

Pass 31 Dec 2014 71,601 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 31 Dec 2014 71,601 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 4 Oct 2013 61,585 miles

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

Offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 4 Oct 2013 61,585 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 4 Oct 2012 50,282 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 5 Oct 2011 30,228 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2011 30,228 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Jan 2011 30,003 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 21 Jan 2010 16,042 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

all outer tyre walls perished, both front tyre treads getting low

Pass 4 Dec 2008 14,042 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 UKZ is a 2005 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 GF55 UKZ, 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 UKZ registered?

GF55 UKZ is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 9 December 2005.

Is GF55 UKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF55 UKZ shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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