MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
41,016 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing
Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing
Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
both o/s and top n/s ball joint rubber boots split
How Reliable is the Renault R5?
Based on 103,140 MOT tests across 20,538 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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FAR 779Y is a 1982 Renault R5 in Gold with a 1,108cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1982 Renault R5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 48,262 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 FAR 779Y, 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 44 years old, this Renault R5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of FAR 779Y?
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What year was FAR 779Y registered?
FAR 779Y is a 1982 Renault R5, first registered on 9 November 1982.
Is FAR 779Y safe to buy?
The MOT history for FAR 779Y shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does FAR 779Y have outstanding finance?
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