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GX05 TZF

2005 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

120,066 mi
Last recorded120,066 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2015
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 TZF
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Fail 7 Jan 2015 120,066 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2015 120,066 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 109,598 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2014 109,598 miles

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 9 Jan 2013 97,251 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2013 97,251 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2012 82,426 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2012 82,426 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 66,657 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2011 66,657 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 7 Dec 2009 48,731 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 37,086 miles

nearside washer jet blocked (still clears screen)

tyre speed ratings differ

Pass 11 Dec 2008 35,139 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

N/S/R outer door handle broken.Both front tyres worn both outer edges.Both sides of steering rack slightly worn.Plaswtic trays under engine area and rear suspension.

Oil leak

Pass 21 Dec 2007 19,998 miles

front brake discs wearing

n/s/f wiper blade split on end

spare tyre flat

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 TZF is a 2005 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 TZF, 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 TZF registered?

GX05 TZF is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 8 April 2005.

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The MOT history for GX05 TZF shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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