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F119 JVJ

1988 Renault 5

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,930 mi
Last recorded55,930 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2006
Typical for 1988 Renault 573,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF119 JVJ
MakeRenault
Model5
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 20 Jun 2006 55,930 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Upper Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

idle slightly low

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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F119 JVJ is a 1988 Renault 5 in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Renault 5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.1% with a typical mileage of 73,560 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 F119 JVJ, 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 38 years old, this Renault 5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F119 JVJ registered?

F119 JVJ is a 1988 Renault 5, first registered on 18 August 1988.

Is F119 JVJ safe to buy?

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