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GP05 AHG

2005 Renault Megane

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2019
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

171,607 mi
Last recorded171,607 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2018
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP05 AHG
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2018 171,607 miles

screen cracked n/s

Fail 2 Jan 2018 171,607 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

screen cracked n/s

Pass 3 Nov 2016 160,389 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 2 Nov 2016 160,389 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Oct 2015 144,549 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2014 132,889 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake discs show corrosion on inner faces

hub caps fitted wheel retainers not checked

n/s wiper rubber split

rear exhaust mount deteriorated

Fail 25 Oct 2014 132,889 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front brake discs show corrosion on inner faces

hub caps fitted wheel retainers not checked

n/s wiper rubber split

rear exhaust mount deteriorated

Pass 26 Oct 2013 124,232 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

wheel centre caps fitted - retainers not checked

Fail 26 Oct 2013 124,232 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake fluid level becoming low

o/s/r tyre has damage/repair to inner sidewall and splitting open - NOT RECOMMENDED

steering rack inner joints badly worn

wheel centre caps fitted - retainers not checked

Pass 29 Oct 2012 116,401 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 22 Oct 2011 108,270 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 22 Oct 2011 108,268 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 30 Oct 2010 99,576 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Jul 2010 99,108 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 92,930 miles

air bag lamp illuminated

near side rear brake rubbing slightly

slight free play in both steering rack ends

Fail 29 Jun 2009 92,930 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

air bag lamp illuminated

near side rear brake rubbing slightly

slight free play in both steering rack ends

Pass 21 May 2008 85,834 miles
Fail 20 May 2008 85,830 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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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GP05 AHG is a 2005 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 GP05 AHG, 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 GP05 AHG registered?

GP05 AHG is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 25 June 2005.

Is GP05 AHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP05 AHG shows 18 tests with a 61.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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