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F260 VBX

1989 Renault Extra

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2016
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

76,502 mi
Last recorded76,502 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2015
Typical for 1989 Renault Extra101,722 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF260 VBX
MakeRenault
ModelExtra
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 30 Jan 2015 76,502 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Feb 2012 76,373 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

battery insecure

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 18 Feb 2011 76,198 miles

Battery insecure

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front number plate slightly damaged

Pass 12 Feb 2010 75,456 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 20 Feb 2009 75,202 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 74,595 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

both rear tyres cracking on outer well

Pass 23 Feb 2007 73,899 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 72,768 miles

How Reliable is the Renault Extra?

Based on 47,958 MOT tests across 10,075 vehicles.

62.2%
Pass Rate
3,974
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
10,075
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,290
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,288
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,991
Registration plate lamp not working 2,365
Steering rack gaiter split 2,186
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F260 VBX is a 1989 Renault Extra in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Renault Extra models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.6% with a typical mileage of 101,722 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Renault Extra fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 4,290 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F260 VBX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Extra typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 37 years old, this Renault Extra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F260 VBX registered?

F260 VBX is a 1989 Renault Extra, first registered on 25 July 1989.

Is F260 VBX safe to buy?

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