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F748 SMC

1988 Renault Extra

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

186,916 mi
Last recorded186,916 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2007
Typical for 1988 Renault Extra101,369 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF748 SMC
MakeRenault
ModelExtra
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 20 Dec 2007 186,916 miles

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

n/s o/s rear flexy brake hoses slightly deteriorated.

o/s/f tyre slightly worn and perished on inner edge.

Pass 20 Dec 2007 186,916 miles

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

n/s o/s rear flexy brake hoses slightly deteriorated.

o/s/f tyre slightly worn and perished on inner edge.

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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F748 SMC is a 1988 Renault Extra in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1988 Renault Extra models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.2% with a typical mileage of 101,369 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F748 SMC, 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 38 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 F748 SMC registered?

F748 SMC is a 1988 Renault Extra, first registered on 31 October 1988.

Is F748 SMC safe to buy?

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