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GJ05 SFK

2005 Renault Megane

Red Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

108,104 mi
Last recorded108,104 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2021
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ05 SFK
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2021 108,104 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 107,549 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 105,689 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Mar 2018 103,863 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2018 103,863 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 16 Mar 2017 101,494 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 99,801 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2016 99,801 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 97,706 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 94,405 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2014 94,405 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 14 Mar 2013 91,295 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 83,913 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2012 83,913 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2011 76,115 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Mar 2011 76,115 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2010 67,870 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 58,284 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 48,185 miles

Horn slightly weak

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 SFK is a 2005 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 SFK, 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 SFK registered?

GJ05 SFK is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 7 April 2005.

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The MOT history for GJ05 SFK shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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