MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
74,982 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
(strong advise) both rear tyres cracked
Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
exhaust corroded
front brake discs corroded
movement in n/s front strut top mount when jacked up
outer sills/inner and outer wheel arches corroded
Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
all brake pipe cover with oil can not check 100%
Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
How Reliable is the Renault 5?
Based on 22,507 MOT tests across 5,412 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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G171 JAV is a 1989 Renault 5 in Red with a 1,108cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
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 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 G171 JAV, 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.
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What year was G171 JAV registered?
G171 JAV is a 1989 Renault 5, first registered on 18 August 1989.
Is G171 JAV safe to buy?
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