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H878 FBY

1990 Renault 5

Blue Petrol 1237cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2007
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

118,611 mi
Last recorded118,611 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2006
Typical for 1990 Renault 576,613 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH878 FBY
MakeRenault
Model5
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,237cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 17 Nov 2006 118,611 miles

Oil leak

Pass 17 Nov 2005 113,569 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2005 113,569 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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H878 FBY is a 1990 Renault 5 in Blue with a 1,237cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1990 Renault 5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.0% with a typical mileage of 76,613 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 H878 FBY, 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 36 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 H878 FBY registered?

H878 FBY is a 1990 Renault 5, first registered on 10 October 1990.

Is H878 FBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for H878 FBY 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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