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P311 LKP

1997 Renault Extra

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

52,917 mi
Last recorded52,917 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2018
Typical for 1997 Renault Extra94,551 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP311 LKP
MakeRenault
ModelExtra
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2018 52,917 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 5 Dec 2018 52,917 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp lens missing (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Aug 2017 52,634 miles

Exhaust not supported correctly

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

Fail 27 Aug 2015 52,510 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Stop lamp not working both (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Sep 2014 50,145 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

rear tyres perished

Pass 16 Aug 2013 47,634 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 46,807 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 45,526 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2010 43,905 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2009 42,671 miles

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

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Aug 2009 42,671 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Aug 2008 41,034 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2008 41,034 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 30 Aug 2007 39,667 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2006 37,592 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 18 Aug 2006 37,592 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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P311 LKP is a 1997 Renault Extra in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1997 Renault Extra models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.5% with a typical mileage of 94,551 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 P311 LKP, 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 29 years old, this Renault Extra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P311 LKP registered?

P311 LKP is a 1997 Renault Extra, first registered on 28 June 1997.

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