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R488 GBX

1998 Renault Extra

Red Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2015
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,173 mi
Last recorded38,173 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2014
Typical for 1998 Renault Extra91,831 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR488 GBX
MakeRenault
ModelExtra
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 17 Feb 2014 38,173 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 34,366 miles

Oil leak

Pass 24 Feb 2012 29,963 miles

o/s/ & n/s/front brake discs slightly corroded

Pass 8 Feb 2010 29,393 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 27,489 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 25,916 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 23,615 miles

raer tyres perishing

Pass 8 Feb 2006 21,624 miles

advise rear tyre wall pearshing

battery insecure

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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R488 GBX is a 1998 Renault Extra in Red with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Renault Extra models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.7% with a typical mileage of 91,831 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 R488 GBX, 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 28 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 R488 GBX?

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What year was R488 GBX registered?

R488 GBX is a 1998 Renault Extra, first registered on 18 February 1998.

Is R488 GBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R488 GBX shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R488 GBX have outstanding finance?

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