Renault Extra Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Renault Extra reliable? We analysed 47,958 real MOT tests across 10,075 vehicles to find out.
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The Renault Extra is below average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded and seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Renault Extra.
Renault Extra Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Renault Extra. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Renault Extra MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Renault Extra to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Renault Extra Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Renault Extra fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Renault Extra Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Renault Extra owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Renault Extra MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Renault Extra year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 89 | 66.3% | 70,762 | 83,154 | 96,500 |
| 1999 | 6,239 | 63.8% | 64,880 | 84,563 | 107,165 |
| 1998 | 5,714 | 63.7% | 69,960 | 91,831 | 115,795 |
| 1997 | 7,899 | 63.5% | 71,334 | 94,551 | 119,888 |
| 1996 | 7,691 | 62.0% | 73,314 | 95,995 | 123,990 |
| 1995 | 5,887 | 61.5% | 75,957 | 101,892 | 125,913 |
| 1994 | 3,787 | 60.5% | 80,286 | 104,277 | 125,665 |
| 1993 | 2,431 | 59.2% | 71,770 | 98,098 | 128,632 |
| 1992 | 1,539 | 60.7% | 75,962 | 102,241 | 130,996 |
| 1991 | 1,329 | 60.6% | 71,301 | 92,143 | 119,512 |
| 1990 | 1,302 | 59.8% | 74,852 | 102,453 | 129,332 |
| 1989 | 1,533 | 62.6% | 78,218 | 101,722 | 131,619 |
| 1988 | 1,299 | 61.2% | 78,457 | 101,369 | 132,994 |
| 1987 | 695 | 62.2% | 68,010 | 91,981 | 130,704 |
| 1986 | 378 | 65.1% | 63,601 | 87,331 | 121,014 |
How Long Does a Renault Extra Last?
Based on 10,075 Renault Extra vehicles on UK roads.
Renault Extra Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Renault Extra MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Renault Extra
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
66.3% MOT pass rate from 89 tests
59.2% MOT pass rate from 2,431 tests
The best year to buy a used Renault Extra is 2000, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 66.3% across 89 tests. The 1993 model year has the lowest pass rate at 59.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Renault Extra Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Renault Extra THIS CAR | 62.2% | 47,958 | 95,502 mi | 39 yrs |
| Renault Clio | 67.1% | 14,729,048 | 62,807 mi | 33 yrs |
| Renault Megane | 67.3% | 7,306,346 | 70,453 mi | 30 yrs |
| Renault Laguna | 64.6% | 2,783,232 | 89,257 mi | 32 yrs |
| BMW 635 | 78.7% | 51,017 | 94,611 mi | 43 yrs |
Compared to the Renault Clio (67.1% pass rate) and the Renault Megane (67.3% pass rate), the Renault Extra trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Renault ExtraShould you buy a used Renault Extra?
The Renault Extra has an overall MOT pass rate of 62.2% across 47,958 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.
The most common problems on the Renault Extra are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4,290 recorded failures), suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (4,288), and seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (3,991). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Renault Extra owner drives around 3,974 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Renault Extra models stay on UK roads for around 39 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.