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GL05 WXY

2005 Renault Megane

Blue Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

90,105 mi
Last recorded90,105 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL05 WXY
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2025 90,105 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 61,724 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 60,908 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 59,371 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 58,189 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 30 Jun 2021 58,189 miles

Nearside Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2020 57,336 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 1 Jul 2019 56,410 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 2 Jul 2018 55,141 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2017 53,542 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 51,185 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted....

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 48,404 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jul 2014 46,341 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jul 2013 42,765 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jul 2012 40,309 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 38,034 miles

nearside front outer sill has slight damage.

Pass 6 Jul 2010 35,883 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 33,725 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 28,085 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 WXY is a 2005 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 WXY, 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 WXY registered?

GL05 WXY is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 29 July 2005.

Is GL05 WXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL05 WXY shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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