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P531 JYC

1996 Renault Extra

Red Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2020
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

100,692 mi
Last recorded100,692 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2019
Typical for 1996 Renault Extra95,995 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP531 JYC
MakeRenault
ModelExtra
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2019 100,692 miles

Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Jun 2019 100,692 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jun 2018 95,041 miles

Fuel tank slightly loose (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed Both (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Oct 2017 91,568 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer/inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Rear exhaust mount poor condition

fuel tank support strap poor fitment and thickness

Pass 29 Sep 2016 83,561 miles

BAD WATER LEAK from header tank ???

Rear exh mount perished

o/s/r lens has a crack

Fail 22 Sep 2016 83,155 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Down pipe (7.1.2)

BAD WATER LEAK from header tank ???

Rear exh mount perished

o/s/r lens has a crack

Pass 30 Sep 2015 74,601 miles

oil leaks

Fail 30 Sep 2015 74,601 miles

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

oil leaks

Pass 13 Oct 2014 64,920 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2014 64,920 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 54,762 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 52,949 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 51,112 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2011 51,112 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Jul 2010 49,304 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2009 47,289 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2008 45,428 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2007 40,715 miles

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

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

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

n/s/r tyre perishing and getting low

Pass 2 Aug 2007 40,715 miles

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

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

n/s/r tyre perishing and getting low

Pass 8 Aug 2006 34,960 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2006 34,960 miles

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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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P531 JYC is a 1996 Renault Extra in Red with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 P531 JYC, 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 P531 JYC registered?

P531 JYC is a 1996 Renault Extra, first registered on 17 September 1996.

Is P531 JYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P531 JYC shows 21 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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