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GX05 CWF

2005 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2020
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

64,289 mi
Last recorded64,289 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2019
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 CWF
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2019 64,289 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2019 64,238 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge getting low- worn edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge getting low- worn edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

engine light on- miss fire

Pass 11 Jul 2018 56,286 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Fail 11 Jul 2018 56,286 miles

Steering column attachment defective U/J (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 16 May 2017 51,823 miles
Fail 6 May 2017 51,789 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 May 2016 43,741 miles

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

Fail 12 May 2016 43,651 miles

Nearside Outer Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Pass 22 May 2015 34,441 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 34,269 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 32,873 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Aug 2012 30,844 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 2 Aug 2012 30,844 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

offside wiper blade split on end

Pass 19 Jul 2011 28,077 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2010 24,263 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 23 Jul 2010 24,263 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 20,151 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 16,320 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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GX05 CWF is a 2005 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GX05 CWF, 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 GX05 CWF registered?

GX05 CWF is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 2 August 2005.

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