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GX05 UJU

2005 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2019
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

98,290 mi
Last recorded98,290 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2018
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 UJU
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2018 98,290 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

slight play in nearside of steering rack

Fail 2 Jun 2018 98,266 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

slight play in nearside of steering rack

Pass 3 Jun 2017 90,405 miles

Front number plate cracked

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

Pass 6 Jun 2016 81,571 miles

Front numberplate is damaged.

Pinhole in O/S/F drop link dust cover.

Play in N/S steering arm joint.

Fail 6 Jun 2016 81,571 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Front numberplate is damaged.

Pinhole in O/S/F drop link dust cover.

Play in N/S steering arm joint.

Pass 8 Jun 2015 72,336 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

wiper blades smearing windscreen

Fail 8 Jun 2015 72,336 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

centre exhaust mounting rubber perished

wiper blades smearing windscreen

Pass 20 Jun 2014 64,819 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 17 Jun 2014 64,738 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 57,468 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 11 Jun 2013 57,468 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 May 2012 50,780 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 31 May 2012 50,780 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)

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 16 Jun 2011 44,248 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 38,648 miles

windscreen wipers smearing

Pass 10 Jun 2009 33,852 miles

damage to n/s/r wheel rim

slight play in n/s inner steering joint

Pass 29 Apr 2008 29,871 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2008 29,860 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

rear brake discs outer faces are slightlyy scored

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 UJU is a 2005 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 UJU, 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 UJU registered?

GX05 UJU is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 18 March 2005.

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