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M538 CBP

1995 Renault R5

Red Petrol 1237cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

115,798 mi
Last recorded115,798 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2007
Typical for 1995 Renault R563,746 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM538 CBP
MakeRenault
ModelR5
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,237cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 23 Mar 2007 115,798 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 23 Mar 2007 115,798 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 106,571 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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M538 CBP is a 1995 Renault R5 in Red with a 1,237cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1995 Renault R5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.7% with a typical mileage of 63,746 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 M538 CBP, 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 31 years old, this Renault R5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M538 CBP registered?

M538 CBP is a 1995 Renault R5, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M538 CBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for M538 CBP 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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