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M142 XTJ

1995 Renault Extra

Blue Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

57,161 mi
Last recorded57,161 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2013
Typical for 1995 Renault Extra101,892 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM142 XTJ
MakeRenault
ModelExtra
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2013 57,161 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 56,561 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2012 56,561 miles

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

Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 2 Nov 2011 55,905 miles

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

Fail 3 Nov 2010 55,219 miles

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Coil spring mounting loose (2.4.C.3a)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 3 Nov 2010 55,219 miles

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 4 Nov 2009 54,525 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Nov 2009 54,525 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 May 2008 53,156 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 May 2007 52,827 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 52,715 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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M142 XTJ is a 1995 Renault Extra in Blue with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1995 Renault Extra models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.5% with a typical mileage of 101,892 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 M142 XTJ, 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 31 years old, this Renault Extra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M142 XTJ registered?

M142 XTJ is a 1995 Renault Extra, first registered on 3 March 1995.

Is M142 XTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for M142 XTJ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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