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GJ05 LPY

2005 Renault Megane

Black Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2018
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

111,334 mi
Last recorded111,334 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2017
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ05 LPY
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2017 111,334 miles

Both front lower suspension arm rear bushes deteriorated

Exhaust rear silencer rubber hanger / mount in poor condition

Nearside front shock absorber top mount noisy on lock to lock check

Slight play in both front track rod inner ball joints

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 22 Jan 2016 99,185 miles

both inner rack joints have play

Fail 22 Jan 2016 99,185 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

both inner rack joints have play

Fail 25 Jun 2014 84,162 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Jun 2014 84,162 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 75,634 miles

front tyres worn on edges

slight play in steering arms

stone chips in windscreen

Fail 14 Jun 2013 75,622 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

front tyres wearing on edges

play in both inner steering arms

rear brake disc heavily worn

Pass 31 May 2012 73,580 miles

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

both front rack ends have slight play

Pass 2 Jun 2011 70,615 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 24 May 2011 70,615 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Jan 2010 65,085 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 49,004 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2008 49,004 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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 LPY is a 2005 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 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 GJ05 LPY, 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 LPY registered?

GJ05 LPY is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 6 April 2005.

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