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S518 UVX

1998 Renault Extra

White Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2011
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

159,634 mi
Last recorded159,634 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2010
Typical for 1998 Renault Extra91,831 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS518 UVX
MakeRenault
ModelExtra
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2010 159,634 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside rear lens damaged

Fail 20 Oct 2010 159,634 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

nearside rear lens damaged

Pass 22 Oct 2009 144,893 miles

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

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

front no plate is cracked

Pass 3 Nov 2008 131,587 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

pedal rubber missing on clutch

Pass 18 Oct 2007 116,482 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 112,621 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2005 106,599 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing (2.6.1)

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

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

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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S518 UVX is a 1998 Renault Extra in White with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 S518 UVX, 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 S518 UVX registered?

S518 UVX is a 1998 Renault Extra, first registered on 30 October 1998.

Is S518 UVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S518 UVX shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S518 UVX have outstanding finance?

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