MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
48,971 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
Nearside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Rear brake pipes connector evidence of fluid leak
How Reliable is the Renault R5?
Based on 103,140 MOT tests across 20,538 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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C179 FNM is a 1986 Renault R5 in Black with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1986 Renault R5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 72,149 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 C179 FNM, 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 40 years old, this Renault R5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of C179 FNM?
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What year was C179 FNM registered?
C179 FNM is a 1986 Renault R5, first registered on 8 May 1986.
Is C179 FNM safe to buy?
The MOT history for C179 FNM shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does C179 FNM have outstanding finance?
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