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N823 XTV

1996 Renault R5

White Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

69,264 mi
Last recorded69,264 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2011
Typical for 1996 Renault R565,352 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN823 XTV
MakeRenault
ModelR5
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2011 69,264 miles

both front brake hoses in poor conditon

fog light switch sticking

middle and rear exhaust blowing slightly around clamp

Pass 16 Feb 2010 65,854 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

nearside front wheel bearing is slightly worn

Fail 16 Feb 2010 65,854 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

nearside front wheel bearing is slightly worn

Pass 16 Feb 2009 61,351 miles

the front brake hoses are deteriorated

Pass 21 Feb 2008 58,403 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

one off two exhaust rubbers are brokon in the center

the outer casing is missing from the nearside front seat belt buckle

Fail 18 Feb 2008 58,403 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

one off two exhaust rubbers are brokon in the center

the outer casing is missing from the nearside front seat belt buckle

Pass 15 Feb 2007 54,997 miles

both front steering rack gaitors slightly perrished and thin

offside front outer drive shaft rubber boot pin hole and slight weep of grease

Pass 23 Feb 2006 51,484 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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N823 XTV is a 1996 Renault R5 in White with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 N823 XTV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N823 XTV registered?

N823 XTV is a 1996 Renault R5, first registered on 12 February 1996.

Is N823 XTV safe to buy?

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