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F226 WFV

1989 Renault 5

Red Petrol 1237cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,295 mi
Last recorded61,295 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2007
Typical for 1989 Renault 575,565 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF226 WFV
MakeRenault
Model5
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,237cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 30 Mar 2007 61,295 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2006 56,255 miles

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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F226 WFV is a 1989 Renault 5 in Red with a 1,237cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Renault 5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.5% with a typical mileage of 75,565 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 F226 WFV, 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 37 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 F226 WFV registered?

F226 WFV is a 1989 Renault 5, first registered on 7 February 1989.

Is F226 WFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for F226 WFV shows 2 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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