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R338 GFR

1997 Renault Extra

White Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2011
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

91,984 mi
Last recorded91,984 miles
Recorded on4 May 2010
Typical for 1997 Renault Extra94,551 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR338 GFR
MakeRenault
ModelExtra
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 May 2010 91,984 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2010 91,984 miles

Brake operation has insufficient assistance for at least two more brake applications after the warning device has operated (3.3.D.3b)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Lower Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Steering rack deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Nov 2008 80,132 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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R338 GFR is a 1997 Renault Extra in White with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 R338 GFR, 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.

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What year was R338 GFR registered?

R338 GFR is a 1997 Renault Extra, first registered on 15 August 1997.

Is R338 GFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R338 GFR shows 3 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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