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F622 TLB

1989 Renault R5

Grey Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

116,954 mi
Last recorded116,954 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2015
Typical for 1989 Renault R573,477 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF622 TLB
MakeRenault
ModelR5
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2015 116,954 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 116,834 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Sep 2012 115,723 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 113,079 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 110,898 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2010 110,898 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Steering wheel weakened by fractures (2.1.1)

Oil leak

Pass 27 Aug 2009 132,587 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2009 132,587 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 8 Jul 2008 13,001 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 127,397 miles

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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F622 TLB is a 1989 Renault R5 in Grey with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 F622 TLB, 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

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What year was F622 TLB registered?

F622 TLB is a 1989 Renault R5, first registered on 7 July 1989.

Is F622 TLB safe to buy?

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