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GL05 AEV

2005 Renault Megane

Beige Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

57,476 mi
Last recorded57,476 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2025
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL05 AEV
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2025 57,476 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2025 57,476 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2024 56,456 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 55,201 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 53,745 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 52,092 miles
Fail 12 May 2021 52,092 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2020 50,597 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2020 50,597 miles

Offside Front Steering arm deformed (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 47,919 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2018 43,928 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2018 43,928 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 May 2017 40,666 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 37,042 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 33,264 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2014 31,461 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2014 31,461 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 29,351 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 25,167 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 19,251 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2011 19,251 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 20 Jul 2010 15,413 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 10,989 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 10,230 miles

both front wiper blades starting to split

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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GL05 AEV is a 2005 Renault Megane in Beige with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GL05 AEV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GL05 AEV registered?

GL05 AEV is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 29 June 2005.

Is GL05 AEV safe to buy?

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