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L463 RMF

1994 Renault R5

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2011
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

125,287 mi
Last recorded125,287 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2011
Typical for 1994 Renault R569,219 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL463 RMF
MakeRenault
ModelR5
Year1994
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Fail 12 Oct 2011 125,287 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Mar 2010 124,556 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2010 124,555 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

overheating

Pass 2 Mar 2009 124,136 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2009 124,136 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 12 Oct 2007 122,030 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Nearside Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Pass 12 Oct 2007 122,030 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 117,984 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2006 117,984 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Offside Front Brake pipe stretched (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 14 Aug 2004 114,485 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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L463 RMF is a 1994 Renault R5 in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1994 Renault R5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.2% with a typical mileage of 69,219 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 L463 RMF, 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 32 years old, this Renault R5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L463 RMF registered?

L463 RMF is a 1994 Renault R5, first registered on 15 April 1994.

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