1991 RENAULT 51.4L Petrol

The Renault 5 presents as roadworthy following its most recent MOT test on 31 December 2025 at 86,631 miles, where the tester recorded a pass with no defects. The available maintenance trend is stable on the evidence supplied, with a single clean test entry and no advisory or failure history to indicate deterioration. The recorded mileage of 86,631 at the end of 2025 places the vehicle at roughly 2,475 miles per year across its 35-year life, a low figure for a 1991 car. The MOT history shows only the one dated test, so no rapid accumulation or notable gaps between entries can be assessed. Such low annual use often signals extended standing periods, which typically accelerate perishable component degradation even when mechanical wear stays minimal. A buyer should still inspect the car in person for age-related issues the MOT record does not capture. Long storage invites corrosion to sills, subframes, and suspension mounting points, alongside perished rubber such as suspension bushes and brake hoses. The brake calipers may bind from disuse, and tyres can crack despite adequate tread. Given the clean December 2025 result, no recurring faults or structural warnings require corrective action now. Prior to purchase, commission a physical inspection of underside structural integrity, brake function after standing, and fluid condition to confirm the low-mileage preservation holds true.