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GV05 BVF

2005 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

106,460 mi
Last recorded106,460 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV05 BVF
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 106,460 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2025 99,583 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 21 Feb 2024 90,591 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 81,435 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 78,308 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 74,113 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 71,167 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 66,158 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 61,189 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 56,091 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2016 52,377 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 48,619 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 44,565 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Mar 2013 40,712 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2013 40,710 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2012 37,037 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 33,253 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 29,564 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 24,102 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

movement o/s track rod inner balljoint

Pass 13 May 2008 18,136 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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GV05 BVF is a 2005 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 GV05 BVF, 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 GV05 BVF registered?

GV05 BVF is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 12 May 2005.

Is GV05 BVF safe to buy?

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