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J49 NJU

1992 Renault R5

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

117,456 mi
Last recorded117,456 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2006
Typical for 1992 Renault R571,181 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ49 NJU
MakeRenault
ModelR5
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2006 117,456 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2006 117,456 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Aug 2005 117,334 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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J49 NJU is a 1992 Renault R5 in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1992 Renault R5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.2% with a typical mileage of 71,181 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 J49 NJU, 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 34 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 J49 NJU?

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What year was J49 NJU registered?

J49 NJU is a 1992 Renault R5, first registered on 12 February 1992.

Is J49 NJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J49 NJU shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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