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A15 CEV

1985 Renault 5

White Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

127,372 mi
Last recorded127,372 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 1985 Renault 562,364 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA15 CEV
MakeRenault
Model5
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 9 Apr 2026 127,372 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2025 127,233 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2024 126,790 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 126,587 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 126,447 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 125,825 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 125,235 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 124,684 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 123,945 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 123,133 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 121,635 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 120,246 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 118,137 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 116,365 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2010 113,903 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 112,504 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 111,032 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 108,966 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2007 105,679 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 4 Sep 2006 103,187 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

outer sill covers fitted

under vehicle covers fitted

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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A15 CEV is a 1985 Renault 5 in White with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Renault 5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 62,364 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 A15 CEV, 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 41 years old, this Renault 5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A15 CEV?

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What year was A15 CEV registered?

A15 CEV is a 1985 Renault 5, first registered on 9 August 1985.

Is A15 CEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A15 CEV shows 20 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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