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P49 UFG

1996 Renault Extra

White Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

194,956 mi
Last recorded194,956 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2009
Typical for 1996 Renault Extra95,995 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP49 UFG
MakeRenault
ModelExtra
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2009 194,956 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

brake furrels corroded

corrosion (hole) o/s door shut

corrosion to rear chassis legs and floor pans.

front and rear brake hoses perished

front bumper loose

master cylinder heat shield in poor condition

metal brake pipes corroded

n/s front tyre worn on outer edge close to legal limit

n/s rear shock damp

o/s front shock damp

o/s mirror housing insecure

o/s seat belt frayed

off side mirror glass smaller than standard

oil leak

rear tyres perished and cracked

repairs to outer sills in various places; all repairs heavily undersealed

spare wheel missing

wipers split on ends

Fail 24 Sep 2009 194,830 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front brake disc contaminated by grease (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front brake disc contaminated by grease (3.5.1h)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

brake furrels corroded

corrosion (hole) o/s door shut

corrosion to rear chassis legs and floor pans.

front and rear brake hoses perished

front bumper loose

master cylinder heat shield in poor condition

metal brake pipes corroded

n/s front tyre worn on outer edge close to legal limit

n/s rear shock damp

o/s front shock damp

o/s mirror housing insecure

o/s seat belt frayed

oil leak

rear tyres perished and cracked

repairs to outer sills in various places; all repairs heavily undersealed

spare wheel missing

wipers split on ends

Pass 29 Sep 2008 187,938 miles

corrosion to inner wheel archs front

corrosion to rear chassis legs

front suspension low

oil leak

osf nsf inner and outer sills repaired and heavily covered in underseal

osf shock damp

Fail 17 Sep 2008 187,827 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

corrosion to inner wheel archs front

corrosion to rear chassis legs

front suspension low

oil leak

osf shock damp

Pass 17 Sep 2007 183,529 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 17 Sep 2007 183,529 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Sep 2006 175,386 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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P49 UFG is a 1996 Renault Extra in White with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 P49 UFG, 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 P49 UFG registered?

P49 UFG is a 1996 Renault Extra, first registered on 28 August 1996.

Is P49 UFG safe to buy?

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