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M981 ALU

1994 Renault Extra

White Diesel 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

97,381 mi
Last recorded97,381 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2017
Typical for 1994 Renault Extra104,277 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM981 ALU
MakeRenault
ModelExtra
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 25 Apr 2017 97,381 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 13 May 2016 88,338 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner (2.4.G.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

oil leak

Pass 19 May 2015 80,459 miles

Oil leak

Pass 6 May 2014 70,428 miles

Oil leak

Pass 8 Apr 2013 58,429 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 15 Dec 2011 51,887 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 15 Dec 2010 51,877 miles

Coolant leak

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

Oil leak

Pass 18 Dec 2009 49,516 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 47,623 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 46,151 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 16 Nov 2006 43,658 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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M981 ALU is a 1994 Renault Extra in White with a 1,595cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1994 Renault Extra models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.5% with a typical mileage of 104,277 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 M981 ALU, 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 32 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 M981 ALU registered?

M981 ALU is a 1994 Renault Extra, first registered on 1 November 1994.

Is M981 ALU safe to buy?

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