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F387 RLE

1989 Renault Extra

Grey Petrol 1237cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

47,566 mi
Last recorded47,566 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 1989 Renault Extra101,722 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF387 RLE
MakeRenault
ModelExtra
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,237cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 47,566 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2024 47,566 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2023 47,092 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2022 44,716 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear box and very rusty (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing And getting low in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s and n/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 22 Sep 2022 44,711 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low And loose (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached Rotten at top (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear box and very rusty (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing And getting low in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s and n/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2021 43,101 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Sill getting rusty

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing And starting to get low in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s and n/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear exhaust section rusty

Pass 23 Sep 2020 40,696 miles

Offside Front Floor pan rusty

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s and n/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 23 Sep 2020 40,696 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt o/s and n/s outer (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Headlamp aim too low o/s and n/s (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Floor pan rusty

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s and n/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2019 39,199 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2018 35,622 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 16 Aug 2018 35,622 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Aug 2017 35,248 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt small split in dust cover (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 19 Aug 2016 33,331 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2016 33,326 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 Aug 2015 30,918 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 28,446 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 26,107 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 22,994 miles

front coil springs possibly fitted incorrectly

Pass 27 Aug 2011 19,830 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2011 19,830 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 1 May 2007 19,805 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2006 19,791 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2006 19,784 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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F387 RLE is a 1989 Renault Extra in Grey with a 1,237cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 F387 RLE, 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 F387 RLE registered?

F387 RLE is a 1989 Renault Extra, first registered on 27 February 1989.

Is F387 RLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for F387 RLE shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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