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K258 FHM

1993 Renault R5

White Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,505 mi
Last recorded45,505 miles
Recorded on12 May 2017
Typical for 1993 Renault R569,849 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK258 FHM
MakeRenault
ModelR5
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 12 May 2017 45,505 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 45,444 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 45,365 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 45,277 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 45,164 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside rear tyre sidewall cracking

offside front tyre sidewall cracking

slight oil leak around gearbox

Pass 4 May 2012 45,038 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 44,882 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 44,682 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 44,474 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 44,311 miles

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

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

Pass 15 May 2007 44,117 miles

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

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

Pass 17 May 2006 43,883 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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K258 FHM is a 1993 Renault R5 in White with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1993 Renault R5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.3% with a typical mileage of 69,849 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 K258 FHM, 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 33 years old, this Renault R5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K258 FHM registered?

K258 FHM is a 1993 Renault R5, first registered on 18 March 1993.

Is K258 FHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for K258 FHM shows 12 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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