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F621 DFL

1989 Renault R5

Black Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

124,922 mi
Last recorded124,922 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 1989 Renault R573,477 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF621 DFL
MakeRenault
ModelR5
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 18 Aug 2025 124,922 miles
Pass 18 May 2024 124,194 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2023 122,952 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 121,773 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 121,501 miles

n/s headlamp only just giving beam

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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F621 DFL is a 1989 Renault R5 in Black with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Renault R5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 73,477 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 F621 DFL, 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 37 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 F621 DFL?

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What year was F621 DFL registered?

F621 DFL is a 1989 Renault R5, first registered on 11 April 1989.

Is F621 DFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for F621 DFL shows 5 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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