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LV05 GVN

2005 Renault Megane

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

107,350 mi
Last recorded107,350 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Renault Megane66,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV05 GVN
MakeRenault
ModelMegane
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 107,350 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2025 101,466 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 95,100 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2024 95,100 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Dec 2016 944,442 miles

water pump leaking

Fail 16 Dec 2016 944,442 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

water pump leaking

Pass 18 May 2015 92,196 miles

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

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 10 Sep 2013 80,392 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 68,611 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 58,568 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2011 58,568 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 6 Jul 2010 51,786 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 36,459 miles
Fail 6 May 2009 36,459 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 16 May 2008 30,024 miles
Fail 16 May 2008 30,024 miles

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

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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LV05 GVN is a 2005 Renault Megane in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 LV05 GVN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LV05 GVN registered?

LV05 GVN is a 2005 Renault Megane, first registered on 20 May 2005.

Is LV05 GVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV05 GVN shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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