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C83 YNE

1985 Renault R5

Red Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2025
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,726 mi
Last recorded21,726 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2024
Typical for 1985 Renault R565,463 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC83 YNE
MakeRenault
ModelR5
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 19 Sep 2024 21,726 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2022 21,707 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 21,673 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 21,653 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 21,628 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 21,605 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 21,586 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 21,559 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 21,537 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 21,494 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 21,465 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Jan 2012 21,441 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 21,415 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 21,395 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 21,027 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 20,492 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 19,883 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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C83 YNE is a 1985 Renault R5 in Red with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Renault R5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.0% with a typical mileage of 65,463 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 C83 YNE, 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 41 years old, this Renault R5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C83 YNE?

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What year was C83 YNE registered?

C83 YNE is a 1985 Renault R5, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C83 YNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for C83 YNE shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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