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GJ05 UYM

2005 Renault Megane

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

102,763 mi
Last recorded102,763 miles
Recorded on13 May 2014
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ05 UYM
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2014 102,763 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 92,630 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 2 May 2012 77,422 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 3 May 2011 64,286 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 54,200 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 53,459 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 45,694 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

nsr tyre getting low

slight play in steering rack

Fail 21 Jan 2008 30,078 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Jan 2008 30,078 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 UYM is a 2005 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 UYM, 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 UYM registered?

GJ05 UYM is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 24 March 2005.

Is GJ05 UYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ05 UYM shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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