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GY05 XAD

2005 Renault Megane

Beige Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

195,829 mi
Last recorded195,829 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2015
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY05 XAD
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2015 195,829 miles

Cracking noise detected from steering when turned from lock to lock.

Engine covers and under trays preventing full inspection.

Fail 15 Oct 2015 195,829 miles

Cracking noise detected from steering when turned from lock to lock.

Engine covers and under trays preventing full inspection.

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 11 Jul 2014 176,457 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 11 Jul 2014 176,457 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 12 Jul 2013 167,610 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 165,246 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 30 Apr 2012 165,246 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

oil leaks under engine

Pass 19 Nov 2010 159,858 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 150,519 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 121,662 miles

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

horn not as loud as it should be

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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GY05 XAD is a 2005 Renault Megane in Beige with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 GY05 XAD, 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 GY05 XAD registered?

GY05 XAD is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 21 April 2005.

Is GY05 XAD safe to buy?

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