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GV55 UTU

2005 Renault Megane

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

46,529 mi
Last recorded46,529 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2011
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV55 UTU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2011 46,529 miles

slight play in both front track rods

Pass 27 Oct 2010 39,405 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 32,037 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

slight play in steering rack

Fail 16 Oct 2009 32,037 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

slight play in steering rack

Pass 25 Oct 2008 24,616 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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GV55 UTU is a 2005 Renault Megane in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 UTU, 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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How do I check the history of GV55 UTU?

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What year was GV55 UTU registered?

GV55 UTU is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 28 October 2005.

Is GV55 UTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV55 UTU shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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