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G118 ECM

1990 Renault R5

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2016
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

Typical for 1990 Renault R577,148 mi
4 checks still locked for this Renault
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG118 ECM
MakeRenault
ModelR5
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2015
Pass 19 Feb 2011 110,356 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 105,055 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 103,788 miles

body trim missing..front tyres different size to rear..

Fail 23 Nov 2007 103,783 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

body trim missing..front tyres different size to rear..

How Reliable is the Renault R5?

Based on 103,140 MOT tests across 20,538 vehicles.

64.4%
Pass Rate
1,812
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
20,538
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 6,288
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,121
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 5,980
Steering rack gaiter split 5,127
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,752
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G118 ECM is a 1990 Renault R5 in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1990 Renault R5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 77,148 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 G118 ECM, 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 36 years old, this Renault R5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G118 ECM registered?

G118 ECM is a 1990 Renault R5, first registered on 18 April 1990.

Is G118 ECM safe to buy?

The MOT history for G118 ECM shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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