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L161 VAV

1994 Renault R5

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,995 mi
Last recorded61,995 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2007
Typical for 1994 Renault R569,219 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL161 VAV
MakeRenault
ModelR5
Year1994
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 12 Jun 2007 61,995 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 58,002 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

coolant leaking

oil leak

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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L161 VAV is a 1994 Renault R5 in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1994 Renault R5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.2% with a typical mileage of 69,219 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 L161 VAV, 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 32 years old, this Renault R5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L161 VAV registered?

L161 VAV is a 1994 Renault R5, first registered on 21 June 1994.

Is L161 VAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for L161 VAV shows 2 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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