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GV55 MDN

2005 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2023
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

122,423 mi
Last recorded122,423 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2022
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV55 MDN
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2022 122,423 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Across axle (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Across axle (1.1.11 (c))

Offside front flexi brake hose insecurely mounted

Offside front strut top mount/bearing slightly worn

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 8 Jul 2022 122,211 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Across axle (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Across axle (1.1.11 (c))

Offside front flexi brake hose insecurely mounted

Offside front strut top mount/bearing slightly worn

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 11 Aug 2021 111,073 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All round. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 96,312 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 61,976 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 37,844 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2018 37,834 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 2 May 2017 36,570 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2017 36,566 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

both rear tyres are cracked.

Pass 16 May 2016 34,144 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 34,098 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 31,467 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2015 31,467 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Jan 2014 24,801 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

engine warning lamp on

Pass 12 Nov 2012 17,701 miles

both front tyres getting low (3.0mm ish inner edge)

both rear shock absorbers rusty/corroded)

engine management light stays on

Pass 23 Nov 2011 15,578 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 13,163 miles

both rear shock absorbers rusty

Fail 17 Nov 2010 13,163 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

both rear shock absorbers rusty

Pass 16 Nov 2009 10,412 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2009 10,412 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2008 8,159 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 7,578 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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GV55 MDN is a 2005 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 GV55 MDN, 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 GV55 MDN registered?

GV55 MDN is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 3 October 2005.

Is GV55 MDN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV55 MDN shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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