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GK55 TZN

2005 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2020
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

70,602 mi
Last recorded70,602 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2019
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK55 TZN
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2019 70,602 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & worn on both edges 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge 195/65/15 V

Fail 29 Jul 2019 70,602 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play inner rack arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & worn on both edges 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner rack arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge 195/65/15 V

Pass 6 Aug 2018 65,548 miles

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 6 Aug 2018 65,548 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Aug 2017 62,428 miles

Message on dashboard suggests steering system may require inspection.

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Slight play detected at nearside front wheel .

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules Both brake hoses. (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Fail 7 Aug 2017 62,428 miles

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Slight play detected at nearside front wheel .

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules Both brake hoses. (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 6 Aug 2016 59,502 miles

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

Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 25 Aug 2015 56,051 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2014 53,573 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2014 53,573 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jul 2013 52,900 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

osf tyre starting to wear on inner edge

rear tyres perishing

Fail 20 Jul 2013 52,900 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

osf tyre starting to wear on inner edge

rear tyres perishing

Fail 25 Jun 2013 52,853 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

NSR tyre sidewalls perished.

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

OSF tyre split sidewall (no cords visable).

OSR tyre sidewalls perished.

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 25 Jun 2012 51,181 miles

Offside Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling insecure (2.5.C.1e)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 51,181 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 47,965 miles

Rear Brake Pads very low. Rear Brake Discs in poor condition.

Pass 17 Jun 2010 44,384 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2010 44,384 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Jun 2009 41,428 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 38,296 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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GK55 TZN is a 2005 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 GK55 TZN, 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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GK55 TZN is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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