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P973 BFC

1996 Renault Extra

White Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

139,438 mi
Last recorded139,438 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2015
Typical for 1996 Renault Extra95,995 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP973 BFC
MakeRenault
ModelExtra
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2015 139,438 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

front wiper panel corroded

Fail 3 Jul 2015 139,391 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

front wiper panel corroded

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

offside rear tyre perished advise replace

Pass 10 Jul 2014 134,796 miles

N/S/R light lens damaged

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 8 Jul 2014 134,796 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

N/S/R light lens damaged

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Jul 2013 130,080 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2013 130,080 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 May 2012 124,942 miles

nearside rear wheel bearing slightly noisy

Pass 17 May 2011 122,954 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 122,932 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 122,608 miles

front brakes binding slightly

offside outer sill corroded but not excessive.

Pass 2 Apr 2008 122,558 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 122,382 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 122,088 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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P973 BFC is a 1996 Renault Extra in White with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 P973 BFC, 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 P973 BFC registered?

P973 BFC is a 1996 Renault Extra, first registered on 16 December 1996.

Is P973 BFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P973 BFC shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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