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B874 UFV

1984 Renault R5

Silver Petrol 1108cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2023
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1984 Renault R553,137 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB874 UFV
MakeRenault
ModelR5
Year1984
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,108cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2022

Can not read mileage

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Screen cracked but not in drivers view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2021 134,703 miles

Offside Driver's view to the sides outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction Screen cracked not in swept area (3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2017 130,577 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Reflectors starting to fade (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Reflector faded (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Jan 2016 128,706 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 25 Jul 2013 126,719 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 126,027 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 119,079 miles

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 30 Jun 2008 114,133 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 26 Jun 2008 114,123 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 9 Jul 2007 109,705 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

offside front steering rack end slight play

Fail 21 Jun 2007 109,647 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Outer Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Outer Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 23 Jun 2006 103,445 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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B874 UFV is a 1984 Renault R5 in Silver with a 1,108cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1984 Renault R5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 53,137 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 B874 UFV, 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 42 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 B874 UFV registered?

B874 UFV is a 1984 Renault R5, first registered on 6 September 1984.

Is B874 UFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for B874 UFV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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