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AWJ 273M

1974 Renault 5

Blue Petrol 845cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

8,671 mi
Last recorded8,671 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAWJ 273M
MakeRenault
Model5
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine845cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2017 8,671 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 8,517 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 8,293 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 8,084 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 7,670 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 6,406 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 5,763 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 5,314 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 4,027 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 12 Mar 2008 1,224 miles

Nearside Inner Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Inner Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 28 Mar 2007 437 miles

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

slight movement o/s steering rack end rubber bush

Fail 26 Mar 2007 437 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

o/s rack end rubber bush has slight play

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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AWJ 273M is a 1974 Renault 5 in Blue with a 845cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 AWJ 273M, 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 52 years old, this Renault 5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AWJ 273M registered?

AWJ 273M is a 1974 Renault 5, first registered on 22 March 1974.

Is AWJ 273M safe to buy?

The MOT history for AWJ 273M shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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