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GJ05 LGC

2005 Renault Megane

Beige Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

122,539 mi
Last recorded122,539 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ05 LGC
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2017 122,539 miles

n/s/f inner track rod play

Pass 5 Mar 2016 120,336 miles

front brake pads wearing low.

horn sound becoming weak

nearside rear and nearside front inner wheel rims bent near to limit

Pass 13 Feb 2015 110,021 miles

both rear brake discs are corroded on the inner friction surfaces. All brake pads appear to be wearing thin

clutch pedal start button wires are broken

fuel flap rubber seal is split

nearside door mirror although damaged is not presenting any sharp edges

nearside front inner plastic wheel arch trim is damaged

nearside front suspension shock absorber dust cover is split

nearside steering rack has slight movement in a balljoint

offside front upper suspension mounting clicks when the vehicle is turned lock to lock

offside rear tyre has multiple cuts in the tread area

rear wiper blade is split

steering lock is not working. The vehicle is secured by other means

Pass 19 Feb 2014 98,303 miles

front brake pads and discs appear to be quite worn. The rear brake discs also have surface corrosion

fuel cap outer rubber seal is split

nearside door mirror although damaged is not presenting any sharp edges

nearside front inner plastic wheel arch is damaged

nearside front suspension shock absorber dust cover is split

steering column lock fails to engage but the vehicle is secured using other means

Fail 19 Feb 2014 98,303 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front brake pads and discs appear to be quite worn. The rear brake discs also have surface corrosion

fuel cap outer rubber seal is split

nearside door mirror although damaged is not presenting any sharp edges

nearside front inner plastic wheel arch is damaged

nearside front suspension shock absorber dust cover is split

steering column lock fails to engage but the vehicle is secured using other means

Pass 22 Feb 2013 84,461 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

dashboard engine fault light is lit

nearside door mirror back is damaged but presents no sharp edges

nearside front suspension shock absorber dust cover has split

nearside front wheel rim has a slight dent on the inner edge

steering lock does not engage with the card removed

wheel trims are fitted to all roadwheels so I am unable to check the wheel nuts/bolts etc

Fail 22 Feb 2013 84,461 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

dashboard engine fault light is lit

nearside door mirror back is damaged but presents no sharp edges

nearside front suspension shock absorber dust cover has split

nearside front wheel rim has a slight dent on the inner edge

steering lock does not engage with the card removed

wheel trims are fitted to all roadwheels so I am unable to check the wheel nuts/bolts etc

Pass 21 Feb 2012 70,379 miles

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

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

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

offside rear brake binding slightly

steering lock fails to engage

Fail 21 Feb 2012 70,379 miles

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

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

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

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

offside rear brake binding slightly

steering lock fails to engage

Fail 1 Mar 2011 56,311 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Mar 2011 56,311 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 41,757 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2010 41,756 miles

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 11 Mar 2009 28,173 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 16,489 miles

strong advice front brake pads on limit of 1,5mm

tyre wear starting on both fronts

Pass 8 Apr 2008 16,129 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 LGC is a 2005 Renault Megane in Beige with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 LGC, 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 LGC registered?

GJ05 LGC is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 11 April 2005.

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