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JWL 421S

1978 Renault 5

Green Petrol 1289cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2013
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,761 mi
Last recorded26,761 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJWL 421S
MakeRenault
Model5
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,289cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 1 Aug 2012 26,761 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 26,747 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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JWL 421S is a 1978 Renault 5 in Green with a 1,289cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 JWL 421S, 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 48 years old, this Renault 5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JWL 421S registered?

JWL 421S is a 1978 Renault 5, first registered on 1 February 1978.

Is JWL 421S safe to buy?

The MOT history for JWL 421S shows 2 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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