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GK05 PBU

2005 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2018
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

76,792 mi
Last recorded76,792 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK05 PBU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2017 76,792 miles

195/65R15

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit DOWN TO TREAD WEAR BARS (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit JUST ABOVE TREAD WEAR BARS (4.1.E.1)

Fail 20 Feb 2017 76,789 miles

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid MOTOR OK AND FULL OF SCREENWASH (8.2.3) DANGEROUS

195/65R15

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit DOWN TO TREAD WEAR BARS (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit JUST ABOVE TREAD WEAR BARS (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 71,293 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 67,746 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2014 67,746 miles

Front Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Fail 18 Feb 2013 67,123 miles

Air bag light stays on

Both rear brake discs have corroded surfaces

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

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

Nearside front inner rack joint has a lot of play

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Feb 2013 67,123 miles

Air bag light stays on

Both rear brake discs have corroded surfaces

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

Nearside front inner rack joint has a lot of play

Pass 18 Feb 2012 59,432 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Feb 2011 48,039 miles

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

both rear tyres are perished.

front and rear brake discs are slightly pitted.

nearside front steering arm slight play.

Fail 24 Feb 2011 48,039 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

both rear tyres are perished.

front and rear brake discs are slightly pitted.

nearside front steering arm slight play.

Fail 24 Feb 2010 41,472 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 24 Feb 2010 41,472 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 31,870 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 21,143 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2008 21,143 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

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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GK05 PBU is a 2005 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 GK05 PBU, 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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GK05 PBU is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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