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GV55 WVA

2005 Renault Megane

Silver Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2014
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

97,773 mi
Last recorded97,773 miles
Recorded on25 May 2013
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV55 WVA
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 May 2013 97,773 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 14 Apr 2012
Fail 12 Apr 2012

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Front Front passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Apr 2011 69,668 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2011 69,661 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2010 52,418 miles

play in steering rack

Fail 11 May 2010 54,134 miles

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

play in steering rack

Pass 7 Oct 2009 42,538 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 28,294 miles

slight play in rack nearside

Fail 16 Oct 2008 28,294 miles

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

slight play in rack nearside

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 WVA is a 2005 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WVA, 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 WVA registered?

GV55 WVA is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 20 October 2005.

Is GV55 WVA safe to buy?

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