1988 Renault R5 1.4L Petrol · E856 BFJ
1988 Renault R5 (1.4L, petrol). First registered 28 Mar 1988. Recorded mileage 60,445 miles. MOT valid until 28 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- RENAULT R5
- Year / Origin
- 1988 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 60,445 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Available on IAGC
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E856 BFJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/04/2026
- 60,445 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
E856 BFJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1988 Renault R5 (E856 BFJ) between April 2022 and April 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
E856 BFJ Mileage History
- 21/04/202259,720 mi
- 31/03/202359,728 mi+8 mi
- 25/03/202459,836 mi+108 mi
- 30/04/202560,243 mi+407 mi
- 30/04/202660,445 mi+202 mi
Average of roughly 180 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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