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M617 XJN

1995 Renault R5

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

85,467 mi
Last recorded85,467 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2006
Typical for 1995 Renault R563,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM617 XJN
MakeRenault
ModelR5
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2006 85,467 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2006 85,467 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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M617 XJN is a 1995 Renault R5 in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 M617 XJN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M617 XJN?

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What year was M617 XJN registered?

M617 XJN is a 1995 Renault R5, first registered on 1 April 1995.

Is M617 XJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for M617 XJN shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M617 XJN have outstanding finance?

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