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AMV 891Y

1983 Renault R5

Red Petrol 1108cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

107,914 mi
Last recorded107,914 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2019
Typical for 1983 Renault R562,378 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAMV 891Y
MakeRenault
ModelR5
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,108cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2019 107,914 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 105,781 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 102,223 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 99,060 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2015 96,331 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 96,331 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2014 93,589 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 93,589 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 90,751 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 87,223 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 84,139 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2011 84,139 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2010 81,960 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 77,274 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 76,869 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 69,095 miles

How Reliable is the Renault R5?

Based on 103,140 MOT tests across 20,538 vehicles.

64.4%
Pass Rate
1,812
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
20,538
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 6,288
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,121
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 5,980
Steering rack gaiter split 5,127
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,752
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AMV 891Y is a 1983 Renault R5 in Red with a 1,108cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1983 Renault R5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 62,378 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Renault R5 fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 6,288 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AMV 891Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault R5 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 43 years old, this Renault R5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AMV 891Y registered?

AMV 891Y is a 1983 Renault R5, first registered on 21 June 1983.

Is AMV 891Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for AMV 891Y shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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