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J537 NBU

1991 Renault R25

White Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

98,014 mi
Last recorded98,014 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 1991 Renault R25111,900 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ537 NBU
MakeRenault
ModelR25
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 98,014 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2025 97,885 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2024 97,580 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 97,318 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 96,982 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 96,673 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 96,069 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 95,473 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 95,060 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 94,636 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 93,628 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 92,871 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 91,501 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 22 May 2012 89,217 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2007 87,751 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Pass 24 Aug 2007 87,751 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2006 85,429 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2006 85,429 miles

How Reliable is the Renault R25?

Based on 6,402 MOT tests across 1,555 vehicles.

64.7%
Pass Rate
2,150
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
1,555
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 613
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 408
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 375
Brake pipe excessively corroded 320
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 308
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J537 NBU is a 1991 Renault R25 in White with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1991 Renault R25 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 111,900 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Renault R25 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 613 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J537 NBU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault R25 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 35 years old, this Renault R25 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J537 NBU registered?

J537 NBU is a 1991 Renault R25, first registered on 15 August 1991.

Is J537 NBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J537 NBU shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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