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F75 BEG

1989 Renault 5

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

916 mi
Last recorded916 miles
Recorded on31 May 2025
Typical for 1989 Renault 575,565 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF75 BEG
MakeRenault
Model5
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2025 916 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 900 miles

Both headlamp beams slightly out of focus.

Pass 26 May 2023 636 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 433 miles
Pass 10 May 2021

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Apr 2021

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

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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F75 BEG is a 1989 Renault 5 in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 F75 BEG, 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 F75 BEG registered?

F75 BEG is a 1989 Renault 5, first registered on 20 February 1989.

Is F75 BEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for F75 BEG shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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