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L868 GKJ

1994 Renault R5

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

114,899 mi
Last recorded114,899 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2012
Typical for 1994 Renault R569,219 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL868 GKJ
MakeRenault
ModelR5
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2012 114,899 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

small engine oil leak

Fail 13 Dec 2012 114,899 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

small engine oil leak

Pass 14 Dec 2011 111,603 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 109,485 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Dec 2009 106,850 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 103,264 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 100,521 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 96,292 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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L868 GKJ is a 1994 Renault R5 in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 L868 GKJ, 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 L868 GKJ registered?

L868 GKJ is a 1994 Renault R5, first registered on 30 June 1994.

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