BF05 WHS

2005 RENAULT — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.

Vehicle details

Make & model
RENAULT
Year
2005
Fuel
PETROL
Colour
BLUE
Engine
1998 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
Untaxed
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Not valid
MOT due
was due 13 June 2012
Last recorded mileage
30,801 mi

AI verdict CAUTION 72/100

AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.

This 2005 Renault has 5 MOT tests on record with a 80% pass rate and 30,801 miles. The 2005 head gasket recall is a major red flag for a 21-year-old vehicle.

The vehicle shows normal usage with 30,801 miles over 21 years, averaging 8,972 miles/year, which is consistent with UK driving.

Things to check

  • 2005 Head gasket recall: This 21-year-old Renault 5 has a known head gasket issue, a major structural weakness.
  • 2009 Service gap: A 2009 MOT gap suggests a period of unverified maintenance or potential off-road status.
  • May 2008 MOT failure: The initial MOT failure for headlamp aim, though rectified, indicates early wear.
  • May 2010 MOT advisory: Rear brake pads wearing thin (Dec 2008) were noted but not re-tested, suggesting a lack of follow-up.

Working in its favour

  • Consistent mileage: The vehicle has normal, consistent mileage for its age, averaging 8,972 miles/year.
  • No recurring failures: The single 2008 MOT failure for headlamp aim was immediately rectified, showing responsible ownership.
  • Recent clean MOT: The most recent MOT pass in June 2011 indicates the vehicle was roadworthy at that time.
  • Euro NCAP rating: The vehicle holds a 5-star Euro NCAP safety rating, indicating good safety features for its era.

Mileage history

May 2008: 30,801 mi FAILMay 2008: 30,801 mi PASSDec 2008: 33,223 mi PASSMay 2010: 49,016 mi PASSJun 2011: 57,894 mi PASS58k44k31kMay 2008Jun 2011

MOT test history — 4/5 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
May 2008 FAIL 30,801 mi
PRS Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
PRS Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
May 2008 PASS 30,801 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
Dec 2008 PASS 33,223 mi
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
May 2010 PASS 49,016 mi None recorded
Jun 2011 PASS 57,894 mi None recorded

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This page shows public vehicle data for registration BF05 WHS, sourced from official DVLA and DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026. It contains no information about the vehicle's owner or keeper. The AI verdict is generated from the MOT record and known model issues; it is guidance, not a professional inspection. If you are connected to this vehicle and want this page removed, use remove my vehicle — removal is immediate.