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L693 TVF

1994 Renault R5

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2016
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

77,475 mi
Last recorded77,475 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2015
Typical for 1994 Renault R569,219 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL693 TVF
MakeRenault
ModelR5
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2015 77,475 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2015 77,475 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage bumper corner (6.1.C.1)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

Pass 17 Oct 2014 65,543 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

fuel cap cover missing

Pass 11 Oct 2013 56,432 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 53,416 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

o/s/r window on inside rusty/corroded around rubber seal.

Fail 12 Oct 2012 53,416 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

o/s/r window on inside rusty/corroded around rubber seal.

Pass 24 Oct 2011 45,697 miles

Battery insecure

Offside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 27 Oct 2010 42,090 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2010 42,081 miles

Nearside Front Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.3.A.2)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2009 41,953 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 41,303 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2008 41,303 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 10 Apr 2008 41,303 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Apr 2008 41,303 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2007 40,415 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2007 40,415 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 39,449 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2006 39,449 miles

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

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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L693 TVF is a 1994 Renault R5 in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 L693 TVF, 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.

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What year was L693 TVF registered?

L693 TVF is a 1994 Renault R5, first registered on 5 May 1994.

Is L693 TVF safe to buy?

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