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GJ05 FHG

2005 Renault Megane

Silver Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

89,470 mi
Last recorded89,470 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2016
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ05 FHG
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2016 89,470 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2016 89,470 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 May 2015 85,975 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 81,286 miles

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

Steering arms have play

Fail 13 May 2013 73,443 miles

Both front steering arm inner ball joints have play

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

Pass 13 May 2013 73,443 miles

Both front steering arm inner ball joints have play

Pass 26 May 2012 65,989 miles

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

Slight knocking from rack, unable to determine location. Not track rod ends however

Fail 23 May 2012 65,989 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

Slight knocking from rack, unable to determine location. Not track rod ends however

Pass 16 May 2011 56,864 miles

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 10 May 2010 46,999 miles

Offside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 26 May 2009 36,151 miles
Fail 26 May 2009 36,151 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 11 Feb 2008 30,007 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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GJ05 FHG is a 2005 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 GJ05 FHG, 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 GJ05 FHG registered?

GJ05 FHG is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 5 March 2005.

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