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R124 DCG

1997 Renault Extra

Red Diesel 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

38,447 mi
Last recorded38,447 miles
Recorded on24 May 2013
Typical for 1997 Renault Extra94,551 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR124 DCG
MakeRenault
ModelExtra
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 May 2013 38,447 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 36,823 miles
Fail 29 May 2012 36,823 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 May 2011 34,382 miles

Intermittant fault on wiper parking

Nearside Brake pipe slightly chafed (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly chafed (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 17 May 2011 34,377 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively chafed (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Front brake discs in poor condition

Intermittant fault on wiper parking

Nearside Brake pipe slightly chafed (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly chafed (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 May 2010 32,309 miles

Clutch pedal cover missing

Fail 10 May 2010 32,309 miles

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

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Clutch pedal cover missing

Pass 13 May 2009 28,716 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 253,942 miles

steering rack boots starting to perish

Fail 13 May 2008 25,394 miles

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Windscreen wiper control is inaccessible to the driver (8.2.1a) DANGEROUS

steering rack boots starting to perish

Pass 8 May 2007 21,521 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 18,944 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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R124 DCG is a 1997 Renault Extra in Red with a 1,390cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R124 DCG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R124 DCG registered?

R124 DCG is a 1997 Renault Extra, first registered on 28 August 1997.

Is R124 DCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R124 DCG shows 12 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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