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GF55 ULU

2005 Renault Megane

Gold Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

111,654 mi
Last recorded111,654 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2020
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2020 111,654 miles

Both rear shocks are corroded.

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 4 Jul 2020 111,654 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt lower dust cover. (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Due to Nail in inner side wall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Both rear shocks are corroded.

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

Nearside Front Steering rack arm ball joint slight play detected.

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

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Jul 2019 91,816 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 86,138 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 80,317 miles

slight play in both front inner steering rack arms.

Fail 12 Jul 2017 80,317 miles

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

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened discs. (3.5.1i)

slight play in both front inner steering rack arms.

Pass 9 Jun 2016 73,182 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2016 73,182 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2015 66,358 miles

front discs

play in front steering knuckles

Pass 3 Jul 2014 60,942 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 9 Jul 2013 53,512 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 7 Jul 2012 42,915 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 29,780 miles

rear tyres badly perished on outer sidewalls but not yet exposing cords

Pass 6 Jul 2010 19,943 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 9,762 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 9,699 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2008 9,699 miles

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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 ULU is a 2005 Renault Megane in Gold with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 ULU, 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 ULU registered?

GF55 ULU is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 17 December 2005.

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