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GK55 NYR

2005 Renault Megane

Black Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2019
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

107,898 mi
Last recorded107,898 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2018
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK55 NYR
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2018 107,898 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn very low on edge

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 27 Jan 2018 107,895 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn very low on edge

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Jan 2017 105,109 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2017 105,109 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 7 Jan 2016 103,005 miles

Battery insecure but not going to fall out of battery tray

Fail 4 Jan 2016 102,993 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Battery insecure but not going to fall out of battery tray

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 20 Jan 2015 101,865 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 20 Jan 2015 101,865 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2014 95,833 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 28 Jan 2014 95,833 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 25 Jan 2013 87,362 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2013 87,362 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2011 74,010 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2010 60,301 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 50,070 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2008 50,060 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.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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GK55 NYR is a 2005 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 GK55 NYR, 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 GK55 NYR registered?

GK55 NYR is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 6 September 2005.

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