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GL05 WYF

2005 Renault Megane

Blue Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

69,033 mi
Last recorded69,033 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2016
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2016 69,033 miles

engine mount wearing

play in rack arms

rear discs condition

Pass 4 Jul 2015 67,732 miles

play in rack arms

play in track rod ends

r discs condition

undershields fitted

Pass 16 Jul 2014 66,366 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

advise off side front seat belt webbing starting to fray

advise rear brake discs corroded and worn

Pass 23 Jul 2013 64,824 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise rear brake discs corroding

Fail 31 Jul 2012 62,516 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise rear brake discs corroded and worn

Pass 31 Jul 2012 62,516 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advise rear brake discs corroded and worn

Pass 1 Aug 2011 57,469 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2011 57,469 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Aug 2010 49,889 miles

rear brake discs slightly worn

slight play in nearside steering arm

slight play in offside steering arm

Pass 3 Aug 2009 41,346 miles

advise play in both front inner steering arms

Pass 29 Jul 2008 32,937 miles

advise front brake pads on legal limits and front brake discs lipped

advise front tyres wearing low

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 WYF is a 2005 Renault Megane in Blue with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 WYF, 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 GL05 WYF registered?

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

Is GL05 WYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL05 WYF shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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