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HK05 GCX

2005 Renault Megane

Silver Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

116,488 mi
Last recorded116,488 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2021
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK05 GCX
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2021 116,488 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2020 112,598 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 107,878 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2018 102,124 miles

Offside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play steering arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2017 97,252 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2017 97,252 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Aug 2016 91,787 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2016 91,787 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 22 Aug 2015 83,808 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 79,308 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2014 79,308 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 74,839 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 69,054 miles

Offside wiper split.

Slight play nearside axeil ball joint.

Fail 23 Jul 2011 61,990 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Jul 2011 61,990 miles

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 23 Jul 2010 56,380 miles

Front brake discs are slightly worn.

Front brake pads are low.

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

Nearside front tyre 2mm. Worn on the inner edge.

Nearside steering arm has slight play.

Pass 23 Jul 2010 56,380 miles

Front brake discs are slightly worn.

Front brake pads are low.

Nearside front tyre 2mm. Worn on the inner edge.

Nearside steering arm has slight play.

Pass 7 Jul 2009 49,739 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 41,536 miles

slight play offside track rod inner joint

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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HK05 GCX is a 2005 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 HK05 GCX, 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 HK05 GCX registered?

HK05 GCX is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 27 July 2005.

Is HK05 GCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK05 GCX shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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