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LVP 85W

1981 Renault 5

White Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2014
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

60,623 mi
Last recorded60,623 miles
Recorded on16 May 2013
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLVP 85W
MakeRenault
Model5
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2013 60,623 miles

n/s/f seat missing.

Fail 14 May 2013 60,623 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Parking brake not fitted on at least one wheel on a 3 wheeled vehicle (3.1.1)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

n/s/f seat missing.

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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LVP 85W is a 1981 Renault 5 in White with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 LVP 85W, 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 45 years old, this Renault 5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of LVP 85W?

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What year was LVP 85W registered?

LVP 85W is a 1981 Renault 5, first registered on 21 June 1981.

Is LVP 85W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LVP 85W shows 2 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 LVP 85W have outstanding finance?

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