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A409 BKU

1984 Renault 5

Yellow Petrol 1289cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2024
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

28,724 mi
Last recorded28,724 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2023
Typical for 1984 Renault 559,137 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA409 BKU
MakeRenault
Model5
Year1984
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,289cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2023 28,724 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2023 28,724 miles

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

How Reliable is the Renault 5?

Based on 22,507 MOT tests across 5,412 vehicles.

61.8%
Pass Rate
3,544
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
5,412
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,884
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,559
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,334
Steering rack gaiter split 1,260
Brake pipe excessively corroded 936
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A409 BKU is a 1984 Renault 5 in Yellow with a 1,289cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1984 Renault 5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 59,137 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 5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,884 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A409 BKU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault 5 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 42 years old, this Renault 5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A409 BKU registered?

A409 BKU is a 1984 Renault 5, first registered on 1 January 1984.

Is A409 BKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A409 BKU shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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