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UKV 831X

1981 Renault R5

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,992 mi
Last recorded8,992 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2007
Typical for 1981 Renault R562,040 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUKV 831X
MakeRenault
ModelR5
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 16 Jul 2007 8,992 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 8,907 miles

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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UKV 831X is a 1981 Renault R5 in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Renault R5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 62,040 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 UKV 831X, 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 45 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 UKV 831X registered?

UKV 831X is a 1981 Renault R5, first registered on 11 August 1981.

Is UKV 831X safe to buy?

The MOT history for UKV 831X 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.

Does UKV 831X have outstanding finance?

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