2026 Renault 5 Iconic + E-Tech EV Electric · LL26 AFV

Absence of any recorded MOT examinations means there is no documented evidence of the vehicle’s compliance with statutory safety and emissions standards, leaving its roadworthiness entirely unverified. Without a single pass or failure on the DVSA database, no trend—stable, improving or deteriorating—can be established, and any mechanical risk assessment must be based solely on a physical inspection rather than historical test data. Mileage for this 2026 Renault 5 Iconic + E‑Tech EV is not supplied, preventing any calculation of average annual distance or identification of unusually high or low usage patterns. The lack of a mileage figure also precludes inference about component wear such as tyre tread depth, brake disc thickness or suspension bush wear that would normally be correlated with kilometres driven. Consequently, the vehicle’s mechanical condition cannot be gauged from usage data alone. Given the complete absence of MOT records, a prospective buyer should commission a full pre‑purchase inspection that covers all EV‑specific systems and conventional safety items. The high‑voltage battery pack should be tested for capacity loss, cell imbalance and any fault codes; a healthy pack will retain a substantial proportion of its original charge and show no abnormal heating under load. The charging inlet and on‑board charger must be inspected for signs of corrosion, loose connectors or water ingress, and the vehicle’s instrument cluster should be checked for any persistent warning lights relating to battery management, regenerative braking or traction control. A thorough mechanical appraisal should also include the standard safety components that would normally be flagged by an MOT. Examine the brake discs and pads for uneven wear or glazing, listen for any pulsation or judder when applying the brake pedal, and verify that the hydraulic lines are free of leaks and the master cylinder operates smoothly. Inspect the suspension for cracked or worn bushings, loose ball joints and any abnormal clunking over bumps, and confirm that steering returns to centre without excessive play. Finally, ensure that the exhaust system (if present on the hybrid variant) is free of cracks or excessive corrosion, and that all lighting, wipers and seat‑belt pretensioners function correctly. Only after these checks can a reliable assessment of the vehicle’s roadworthiness be made.