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PFB 748Y

1982 Renault 5

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2024
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,381 mi
Last recorded71,381 miles
Recorded on18 May 2023
Typical for 1982 Renault 563,302 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPFB 748Y
MakeRenault
Model5
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 18 May 2023 71,381 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 71,110 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 70,001 miles

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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PFB 748Y is a 1982 Renault 5 in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1982 Renault 5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 63,302 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 PFB 748Y, 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 44 years old, this Renault 5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PFB 748Y?

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What year was PFB 748Y registered?

PFB 748Y is a 1982 Renault 5, first registered on 1 December 1982.

Is PFB 748Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for PFB 748Y shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PFB 748Y have outstanding finance?

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