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GX55 CEJ

2005 Renault Megane

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

77,411 mi
Last recorded77,411 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX55 CEJ
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2017 77,411 miles

Nearside Front Tyre perished

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

Fail 30 Nov 2017 77,411 miles

Nearside Front Tyre perished

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

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

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 2 Dec 2016 72,526 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 59,372 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2015 59,372 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2014 57,513 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2013 51,964 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 46,583 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 41,521 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 36,682 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2010 36,682 miles

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

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

offside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 18 Aug 2009 31,153 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 24,597 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2008 24,597 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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GX55 CEJ is a 2005 Renault Megane in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 GX55 CEJ, 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 GX55 CEJ registered?

GX55 CEJ is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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