MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
168,826 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
Nearside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)
Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
How Reliable is the Renault Extra?
Based on 47,958 MOT tests across 10,075 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R161 VOT is a 1997 Renault Extra in White with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 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 R161 VOT, 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
How do I check the history of R161 VOT?
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What year was R161 VOT registered?
R161 VOT is a 1997 Renault Extra, first registered on 30 September 1997.
Is R161 VOT safe to buy?
The MOT history for R161 VOT shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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