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J238 JBJ

1991 Renault Extra

White Diesel 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

107,747 mi
Last recorded107,747 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 1991 Renault Extra92,143 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ238 JBJ
MakeRenault
ModelExtra
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 107,747 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 107,746 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 24 Jul 2024 107,744 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Jul 2023 107,736 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material some brake pipes coated (1.1.11 (c))

some areas of chassis and sills coated

Fail 26 Jul 2023 107,730 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material some brake pipes coated (1.1.11 (c))

some areas of chassis and sills coated

Rear brakes low effort

Pass 29 Jul 2022 107,714 miles

vehicle undersealed

Pass 30 Jul 2021 107,707 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

vehicle undersealed

Pass 14 Jun 2019 107,699 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 107,688 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 107,681 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 107,662 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2016 107,658 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Pass 30 May 2015 107,644 miles

rear brakes binding x low eff

Pass 31 May 2014 107,618 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 107,601 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 107,571 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 107,494 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 107,446 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 107,210 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 107,209 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2008 106,960 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 106,881 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 106,596 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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J238 JBJ is a 1991 Renault Extra in White with a 1,595cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 1991 Renault Extra models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.6% with a typical mileage of 92,143 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 J238 JBJ, 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 35 years old, this Renault Extra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J238 JBJ?

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What year was J238 JBJ registered?

J238 JBJ is a 1991 Renault Extra, first registered on 28 August 1991.

Is J238 JBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for J238 JBJ shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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