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GP55 VLB

2005 Renault Megane

Black Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

138,304 mi
Last recorded138,304 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP55 VLB
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2019 138,304 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2018 125,648 miles

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

nearside front and rear sills slightly distorted

slight oil leak

slight play in steering inner joints (normal for this vehicle)

Pass 27 Apr 2017 116,033 miles

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

Oil leak ()

nearside wiper blade deteriorating

Fail 27 Apr 2017 116,033 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Oil leak ()

nearside wiper blade deteriorating

Pass 29 Apr 2016 101,728 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 90,206 miles

both front tyrtes getting near legal limit

Pass 11 Apr 2014 80,811 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Apr 2013 73,232 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 May 2012 64,761 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 May 2011 53,321 miles

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

Nearside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 3 May 2011 53,321 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Dec 2009 41,393 miles

Both rear tyres perishing and worn close to the 1.6 legal limit

Unable to see testable items due to plastic covers

Pass 29 Nov 2008 33,616 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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GP55 VLB is a 2005 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,870cc diesel 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 GP55 VLB, 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 GP55 VLB registered?

GP55 VLB is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is GP55 VLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP55 VLB 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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