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RWJ 450X

1982 Renault R5

Red Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2012
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

129,826 mi
Last recorded129,826 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2011
Typical for 1982 Renault R548,262 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRWJ 450X
MakeRenault
ModelR5
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 19 Sep 2011 129,826 miles

All four tyres perished

Minimal clearance on rear wheels to body

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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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RWJ 450X is a 1982 Renault R5 in Red with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 RWJ 450X, 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

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What year was RWJ 450X registered?

RWJ 450X is a 1982 Renault R5, first registered on 23 June 1982.

Is RWJ 450X safe to buy?

The MOT history for RWJ 450X shows 1 test 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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