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R56 XRV

1998 Renault Extra

Blue Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

80,613 mi
Last recorded80,613 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2017
Typical for 1998 Renault Extra91,831 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR56 XRV
MakeRenault
ModelExtra
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2017 80,613 miles

Front Outer Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement on limit (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt pin hole (2.5.C.1a)

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

both front brake discs are pitted

play in offside front steering rack inner joint

temp repair nearside front outer door handle

Pass 26 May 2016 78,701 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 22 May 2015 76,306 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 74,125 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 71,611 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 69,413 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 66,624 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 26 May 2010 63,008 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Slight engine oil leak

Pass 30 May 2009 59,616 miles

Front tyres getting low

Rear tyres perished

Pass 29 May 2008 56,847 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear tyres showing signs of age.

Slight binding of front brakes.

Pass 30 May 2007 52,192 miles

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear tyre age cracks.

Fail 25 May 2006 46,082 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Slight wear in steering rack.

coolant leaking

Pass 25 May 2006 46,082 miles

Slight wear in steering rack.

coolant leaking

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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R56 XRV is a 1998 Renault Extra in Blue with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 R56 XRV, 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

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What year was R56 XRV registered?

R56 XRV is a 1998 Renault Extra, first registered on 8 June 1998.

Is R56 XRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R56 XRV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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