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R591 NOU

1997 Renault Extra

White Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

11,402 mi
Last recorded11,402 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Renault Extra94,551 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR591 NOU
MakeRenault
ModelExtra
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 11,402 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 9,753 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2023 8,747 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2022 6,357 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 5,182 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2020 3,806 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 141,317 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 140,150 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 139,477 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 136,896 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 133,279 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011 128,404 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 124,473 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 118,779 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 117,512 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2007 117,512 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 12 Oct 2006 110,285 miles

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

boh rear wheel bearings slightly noisey †

Fail 10 Oct 2005 100,854 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Oct 2005 100,854 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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R591 NOU is a 1997 Renault Extra in White with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 R591 NOU, 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 R591 NOU?

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What year was R591 NOU registered?

R591 NOU is a 1997 Renault Extra, first registered on 26 August 1997.

Is R591 NOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R591 NOU shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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