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R826 GVK

1997 Renault Extra

Blue Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

134,969 mi
Last recorded134,969 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2006
Typical for 1997 Renault Extra94,551 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR826 GVK
MakeRenault
ModelExtra
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2006 134,969 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2006 134,945 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

clutch pedel rubber missing

o.s.r. light lens cracked

o/s/r bumper loose

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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R826 GVK is a 1997 Renault Extra in Blue with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 R826 GVK, 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 R826 GVK registered?

R826 GVK is a 1997 Renault Extra, first registered on 30 August 1997.

Is R826 GVK safe to buy?

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