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GV05 XGT

2005 Renault Megane

Silver Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

48,517 mi
Last recorded48,517 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV05 XGT
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 48,517 miles

Nearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2024 45,704 miles

Nearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Dec 2023 44,164 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2022 42,145 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 40,682 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2021 40,682 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 39,810 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 38,005 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 36,727 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 35,742 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 34,274 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2016 34,274 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Jun 2015 33,148 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 31,510 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 29,643 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 27,738 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 24,417 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2011 24,417 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 13 May 2010 22,095 miles

parking brake only at 17% recomend brake check

Pass 22 May 2009 19,964 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 18,814 miles

slight side wall damage n/s/f tyre

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 XGT is a 2005 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 XGT, 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 GV05 XGT registered?

GV05 XGT is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 10 June 2005.

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The MOT history for GV05 XGT shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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