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GX05 OJF

2005 Renault Megane

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2018
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

128,788 mi
Last recorded128,788 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 OJF
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2017 128,788 miles

play in near side and off side tie rods

Fail 1 Aug 2017 128,785 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

play in near side and off side tie rods

Pass 22 Aug 2016 117,061 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 105,612 miles

Ball joint has slight play INNER RACK (2.2.B.1f)

Ball joint modified, but not inappropriately O/S INNER RACK (2.2.C.1e)

Pass 18 Aug 2014 94,661 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

Fail 18 Aug 2014 94,661 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Sep 2013 82,371 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 72,030 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 24 Aug 2012 72,030 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Aug 2011 67,700 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2011 67,699 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2010 55,847 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Unable to fully inspect front brakes within the scope of the test, however I suspect the front brake pads are due for replacement. Brake inspection recommended

Fail 4 Sep 2010 55,847 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Sep 2009 46,487 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 34,550 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2008 34,550 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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 OJF is a 2005 Renault Megane in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 GX05 OJF, 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 OJF registered?

GX05 OJF is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 12 August 2005.

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