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K481 FEV

1993 Renault Extra

Blue Diesel 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

152,609 mi
Last recorded152,609 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2008
Typical for 1993 Renault Extra98,098 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK481 FEV
MakeRenault
ModelExtra
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2008 152,609 miles

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

Oil leak

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

Fail 21 Mar 2008 152,609 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Oil leak

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

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

Fail 10 Feb 2007 147,761 miles

Nearside Lower Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Lower Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Pass 10 Feb 2007 147,761 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 137,482 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2006 137,482 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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K481 FEV is a 1993 Renault Extra in Blue with a 1,595cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1993 Renault Extra models, the average MOT pass rate is 59.2% with a typical mileage of 98,098 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 K481 FEV, 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 33 years old, this Renault Extra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K481 FEV registered?

K481 FEV is a 1993 Renault Extra, first registered on 1 January 1993.

Is K481 FEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for K481 FEV shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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