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GV55 UUP

2005 Renault Megane

Gold Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

56,429 mi
Last recorded56,429 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2014
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV55 UUP
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2014 56,429 miles

both front tyres are void on edges

Fail 19 Sep 2014 56,399 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both front tyres are void on edges

Pass 25 Feb 2013 45,443 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front wiper blades slightly split

Fail 5 Mar 2012 38,919 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2012 38,919 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 16 Mar 2011 33,829 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 24 Feb 2010 25,245 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 17,751 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 17,558 miles

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

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 UUP is a 2005 Renault Megane in Gold with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 UUP, 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 UUP registered?

GV55 UUP is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 18 October 2005.

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The MOT history for GV55 UUP shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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