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F539 SAE

1989 Renault 5

Grey Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2027
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,479 mi
Last recorded77,479 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2026
Typical for 1989 Renault 575,565 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF539 SAE
MakeRenault
Model5
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 24 Aug 2026 77,479 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2025 77,096 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 76,850 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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F539 SAE is a 1989 Renault 5 in Grey with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 F539 SAE, 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

How do I check the history of F539 SAE?

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What year was F539 SAE registered?

F539 SAE is a 1989 Renault 5, first registered on 14 April 1989.

Is F539 SAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for F539 SAE shows 3 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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