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R311 CDM

1997 Renault Extra

Red Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2015
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

82,338 mi
Last recorded82,338 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2014
Typical for 1997 Renault Extra94,551 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR311 CDM
MakeRenault
ModelExtra
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc
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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2014 82,338 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2014 82,338 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2013 77,116 miles

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

Fail 22 Oct 2013 77,116 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 2 Nov 2012 71,342 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2011 68,022 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2010 62,463 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 54,257 miles

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

Fail 4 Nov 2009 54,257 miles

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

rear offside tyre starting to crack

Pass 9 Aug 2007 50,357 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2007 50,357 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

o/s/r tyre perishing slightly

wiper switch insecure

Pass 9 Aug 2006 47,196 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2006 47,196 miles

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

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

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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R311 CDM is a 1997 Renault Extra in Red with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 R311 CDM, 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 R311 CDM registered?

R311 CDM is a 1997 Renault Extra, first registered on 31 August 1997.

Is R311 CDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R311 CDM shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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