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N221 HLC

1996 Renault Extra

Red Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

60,166 mi
Last recorded60,166 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2011
Typical for 1996 Renault Extra95,995 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN221 HLC
MakeRenault
ModelExtra
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2011 60,166 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 59,485 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2009 56,425 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 1 Jul 2009 56,425 miles

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 2 Jul 2008 50,942 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2008 50,942 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

drivers door mirror damaged change recomended

front brake pads worn low

leak from gear box gaitor

nearside front brake discs corroded on inner edges

Pass 25 Jun 2007 44,857 miles

both front discs slightly corroded on inner surfaces

offside door mirror glass cracked

offside rear tyre on 3mm tread

Pass 11 May 2006 38,629 miles
Fail 11 May 2006 38,629 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

oil leak

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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N221 HLC is a 1996 Renault Extra in Red with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Renault Extra models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.0% with a typical mileage of 95,995 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 N221 HLC, 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 30 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 N221 HLC registered?

N221 HLC is a 1996 Renault Extra, first registered on 31 January 1996.

Is N221 HLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N221 HLC shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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