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R887 XFC

1997 Renault Extra

White Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

102,522 mi
Last recorded102,522 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2011
Typical for 1997 Renault Extra94,551 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR887 XFC
MakeRenault
ModelExtra
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Fail 29 Jun 2011 102,522 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Inner Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i) DANGEROUS

Offside Inner Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i) DANGEROUS

Offside Outer Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Oil leak

Pass 29 Jun 2010 98,905 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

o/s/f and n/s/f brake discs are rusty

Pass 27 May 2009 95,791 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 26 May 2009 95,791 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Apr 2008 83,721 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 78,039 miles

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

Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside rear wheel has a slight buckle in.

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

Small hole in header tank.

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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R887 XFC is a 1997 Renault Extra in White with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 R887 XFC, 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 R887 XFC registered?

R887 XFC is a 1997 Renault Extra, first registered on 20 November 1997.

Is R887 XFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R887 XFC shows 6 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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