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GN05 VFV

2005 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

94,811 mi
Last recorded94,811 miles
Recorded on8 May 2019
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN05 VFV
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 May 2019 94,811 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 91,513 miles

Nearside Rear brake pipe corroded in places.

air bag lights on and off during test ,should investigate.

bad oil leak at the back of the engine, should investigate .

bothside front brake discs outer face worn, inner face poor condition.

Pass 9 May 2017 86,457 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 9 May 2017 86,457 miles

Front Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 May 2016 77,865 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (corroded) (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (corroded) (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear (tyre has nail in it)

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

Fail 9 May 2016 77,865 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (corroded) (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (corroded) (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear (tyre has nail in it)

Offside Rear (tyre pressure low)

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

Pass 21 May 2015 70,908 miles
Fail 21 May 2015 70,908 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 May 2014 68,603 miles
Fail 17 May 2013 65,629 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 17 May 2013 65,629 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 62,105 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 59,030 miles
Fail 20 May 2011 59,030 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 May 2010 53,558 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 5 Oct 2009 48,772 miles

slight free play in nearside steering rack inner joint

Pass 29 Sep 2008 37,490 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Jul 2008 34,374 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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GN05 VFV is a 2005 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc 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 GN05 VFV, 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 GN05 VFV registered?

GN05 VFV is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 4 July 2005.

Is GN05 VFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN05 VFV shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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