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GK55 UBW

2005 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

161,217 mi
Last recorded161,217 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2020
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK55 UBW
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2020 161,217 miles

centre exhaust mount split

rear steel brake pipes corroded

Pass 26 Jun 2019 155,319 miles

front sub-frame bushes worn/slight movement

Pass 27 Jun 2018 151,864 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 26 Jun 2017 145,572 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2017 145,572 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2016 144,541 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2016 141,541 miles

Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) bothside inner tia rod (2.2.A.1b)

Nearside Front Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2015 137,216 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2015 137,216 miles

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2014 128,276 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 123,868 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 17 Nov 2012 112,681 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2012 112,681 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 11 Nov 2011 106,487 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 89,167 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2010 89,167 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2009 70,540 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 52,253 miles

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

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

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 UBW is a 2005 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 GK55 UBW, 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 UBW registered?

GK55 UBW is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 11 October 2005.

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