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K256 FHM

1993 Renault 5

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

69,002 mi
Last recorded69,002 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2009
Typical for 1993 Renault 572,423 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK256 FHM
MakeRenault
Model5
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 15 Apr 2009 69,002 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)

Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 15 Aug 2007 63,218 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 60,148 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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K256 FHM is a 1993 Renault 5 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 1993 Renault 5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.2% with a typical mileage of 72,423 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 K256 FHM, 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 33 years old, this Renault 5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K256 FHM registered?

K256 FHM is a 1993 Renault 5, first registered on 25 January 1993.

Is K256 FHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for K256 FHM 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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