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N281 KAF

1996 Renault 5

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2007
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,358 mi
Last recorded78,358 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2006
Typical for 1996 Renault 571,082 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN281 KAF
MakeRenault
Model5
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 24 Oct 2006 78,358 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Oct 2005 73,939 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

n/s head light lens cracked

How Reliable is the Renault 5?

Based on 22,507 MOT tests across 5,412 vehicles.

61.8%
Pass Rate
3,544
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
5,412
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,884
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,559
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,334
Steering rack gaiter split 1,260
Brake pipe excessively corroded 936
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N281 KAF is a 1996 Renault 5 in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Renault 5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 59.7% with a typical mileage of 71,082 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Renault 5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,884 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N281 KAF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault 5 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 30 years old, this Renault 5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N281 KAF registered?

N281 KAF is a 1996 Renault 5, first registered on 9 February 1996.

Is N281 KAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N281 KAF shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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