MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
121,615 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
all rear seats and seat belts missing at time of test
Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
How Reliable is the Renault 5?
Based on 22,507 MOT tests across 5,412 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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F41 PBF is a 1988 Renault 5 in Grey with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 F41 PBF, 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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How do I check the history of F41 PBF?
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What year was F41 PBF registered?
F41 PBF is a 1988 Renault 5, first registered on 26 August 1988.
Is F41 PBF safe to buy?
The MOT history for F41 PBF shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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