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GP05 BBF

2005 Renault Megane

Gold Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

54,478 mi
Last recorded54,478 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP05 BBF
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2018 54,478 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2017 52,167 miles

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

Offside Front tyre perished

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Nov 2016 49,437 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2015 45,791 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 41,390 miles

Oil leak

Pass 21 Mar 2013 38,116 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Oct 2012 37,487 miles

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

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

n/s/rear tyre poor condition strongly advise renewal

Pass 29 Sep 2011 35,046 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 31,667 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2010 31,666 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Oct 2009 28,039 miles

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

Fail 5 Oct 2009 28,039 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2008 24,322 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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GP05 BBF is a 2005 Renault Megane in Gold with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 GP05 BBF, 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 GP05 BBF registered?

GP05 BBF is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 8 July 2005.

Is GP05 BBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP05 BBF shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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