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VIB 5191

1988 Renault Gta

Red Petrol 2849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,227 mi
Last recorded11,227 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2017
Typical for 1988 Renault Gta90,754 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVIB 5191
MakeRenault
ModelGta
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,849cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 11 Aug 2017 11,227 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 112,098 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 111,844 miles

Oil leak

nearside rear tyre slightly perished

Pass 23 Mar 2013 111,326 miles

Oil leak

Pass 17 Mar 2012 110,585 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 109,342 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Slight movement in drivers seat

slight movement in passengers seat

Pass 27 Mar 2010 106,445 miles

Oil leak

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 29 Sep 2008 106,173 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Outer Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Offside Outer Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Sep 2007 105,340 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front registration plate cracked

Pass 6 Sep 2006 105,021 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both front brake hose metal ferrules deteriorating

How Reliable is the Renault Gta?

Based on 3,263 MOT tests across 351 vehicles.

74.8%
Pass Rate
466
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
351
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 318
parking brake recording little or no effort 142
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel 107
Steering rack gaiter split 93
brake binding 78
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VIB 5191 is a 1988 Renault Gta in Red with a 2,849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Renault Gta models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 90,754 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Renault Gta fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 318 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VIB 5191, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Gta typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 38 years old, this Renault Gta is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VIB 5191 registered?

VIB 5191 is a 1988 Renault Gta, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is VIB 5191 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VIB 5191 shows 10 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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