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N277 JLD

1996 Renault R5

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

38,967 mi
Last recorded38,967 miles
Recorded on16 May 2024
Typical for 1996 Renault R565,352 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN277 JLD
MakeRenault
ModelR5
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 May 2024 38,967 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 34,284 miles

lowed at front and back

Pass 7 Dec 2018 32,093 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2018 32,089 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

Pass 24 Oct 2017 29,359 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 28,828 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 27,118 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 25,625 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 22,965 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2013 22,963 miles

Nearside Outer Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Outer Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Outer Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Spare tyre defective

wiper blades split

Pass 29 Aug 2012 21,084 miles

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

all four tyres side walls damaged

Pass 5 Sep 2011 18,906 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2011 18,616 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jan 2011 18,616 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 17,408 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2007 16,641 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 31 Oct 2007 16,641 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Dec 2005 14,968 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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N277 JLD is a 1996 Renault R5 in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1996 Renault R5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.0% with a typical mileage of 65,352 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 N277 JLD, 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 30 years old, this Renault R5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N277 JLD registered?

N277 JLD is a 1996 Renault R5, first registered on 30 April 1996.

Is N277 JLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for N277 JLD shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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