RENAULT R5 (1993)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 44 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
68%
Total Tests (2024)
44
Avg Mileage
89,581 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,922
Is the 1993 RENAULT R5 reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 14 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the RENAULT brand average of 80%.
At 31 years old, 68% of RENAULT R5s from 1993 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 44 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 89,581 miles.
How does the 1993 RENAULT R5 compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 1993 RENAULT R5 has 89,581 miles on the clock, which is significantly below the expected 229,400 miles for a 31-year-old car. Low-mileage examples may have spent time sitting unused, so check for issues like corroded brakes or perished rubber seals.
Best year to buy a RENAULT R5?
The most reliable year is the 1991 model with a 81% MOT pass rate, while the 1995 model has the lowest at 70%. The 1993 sits between the two at 68%.
How much does a 1993 RENAULT R5 cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
RENAULT R5 by Year
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About the 1993 RENAULT R5
The 1993 RENAULT R5 is a small family car with a 1390cc petrol engine. 44 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 81% of 1993 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 89,581 miles at 31 years old, RENAULT R5 owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver. Very low mileage could mean the car has been garaged or used only for short trips, which can cause its own issues like battery drain and moisture buildup.
1993 RENAULT R5 Fuel Costs
The 1390cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 1993 RENAULT R5?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,922 (£160/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £30 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 68% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
RENAULT R5 Reliability Trend
Older RENAULT R5s tend to have better MOT pass rates than newer ones, with an average decline of 9 percentage points across model years.
Buying a Used 1993 RENAULT R5
At 31 years old, the RENAULT R5 is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 1991 model has the highest pass rate at 81%. Note: with only 44 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 1993 RENAULT R5
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (1991) 80% pass rate (+12%) from 5,191 tests
- ROVER MINI (1993) 74% pass rate (+6%) from 2,855 tests
- MAZDA MX-5 (1995) 74% pass rate (+6%) from 2,206 tests
- BMW 3 SERIES (1991) 82% pass rate (+14%) from 1,861 tests