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GL05 DGV

2005 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2026
Tests28 (18 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

134,961 mi
Last recorded134,961 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL05 DGV
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

18 pass 10 fail
Fail 6 May 2026 134,961 miles

Front Oil leaking excessively from engine undersides is covered in oil including exhaust (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Steering rack retaining devices dangerously loose (2.1.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 May 2025 123,536 miles

Oil leak

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 6 May 2025 123,536 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both front (4.1.2 (c))

Oil leak

Position lamp not working Nearside front (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 May 2024 111,459 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 1 May 2024 111,458 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2023 104,473 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 7 Jun 2023 104,457 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 May 2022 96,132 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 4 Jun 2021 88,378 miles

Both front tyres and o/s/r tyre slightly cracking in tread

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And has nail in outer tread (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2020 86,980 miles

oil leak

slight play in n/s/f rack drumstick

Fail 10 Jun 2020 86,980 miles

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

oil leak

slight play in n/s/f rack drumstick

Pass 10 Jun 2019 84,384 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

front head lights faded

front wipers poor to clear screen

slight play in steering rack drumstick arms

Pass 12 Jun 2018 81,313 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

n/s/f h/lamp lens fading

Pass 12 Jun 2017 76,896 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

signs of engine oil leak

Fail 12 Jun 2017 76,896 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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)

signs of engine oil leak

Pass 13 Jun 2016 72,894 miles

Engine covers & under trays fitted obscuring some components.

Offside rear tyre perishing.

Play in nearside front inner rack joint.

Fail 13 Jun 2016 72,893 miles

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

Engine covers & under trays fitted obscuring some components.

Offside rear tyre perishing.

Play in nearside front inner rack joint.

Pass 11 Jun 2015 67,577 miles

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

clutch pedal rubber worn

Fail 9 Jun 2015 67,577 miles

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

Steering lock fails to engage (2.1.4b)

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

clutch pedal rubber worn

Pass 12 Jun 2014 61,384 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 55,253 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2012 49,592 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2012 49,592 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 43,011 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 35,785 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2009 28,452 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 20,939 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 14 May 2008 20,939 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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GL05 DGV is a 2005 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 GL05 DGV, 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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GL05 DGV is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 14 June 2005.

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