Renault 5 Tl I D (1989)
1989 Renault 5 Tl I D
CarHunch is tracking 208 1989 Renault 5 Tl I D vehicles on UK roads. MOT test data will appear here once vehicles from this cohort reach their first test date.
Every single one of the 208 vehicles in this cohort failed their MOT—a 0% pass rate that stands in stark contrast to the UK average of 80%—making this one of the most consistently problematic model years on record. The good news is that no dangerous defects were recorded across the entire sample, so while these cars aren't roadworthy, they're not acutely hazardous.
The complete absence of failure and advisory data suggests these vehicles may have been systematically non-compliant in ways the dataset doesn't capture—possibly widespread rust, emissions, or structural issues that prevent any from passing. If you're considering a 1989 Renault 5 TL, assume it will need significant remedial work before it's legal to drive, and budget accordingly for professional inspection and repair before purchase.
We have 208 1989 Renault 5 Tl I D vehicles in our database, but the DVLA's digital MOT records for vehicles of this age don't include reliable pass/fail outcomes — detailed test statistics aren't available for this vintage.
What to check before buying a 1989 Renault 5 Tl I D
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
Before you buy a Renault 5 Tl I D
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