RENAULT EXTRA1996 · 1.4L PETROL

The roadworthiness of this vehicle is currently indeterminate due to a complete lack of MOT data for over sixteen years. While the car passed its test in April 2010 at 85,677 miles, there is no recorded history to confirm its mechanical condition or structural integrity beyond that date. The maintenance trend observed in early 2010 was highly volatile, characterized by multiple failures within a three-week period that required significant reactive mechanical work before the final recorded pass was achieved. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a thirty-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,856 miles per year. There is a notable gap in records between the 2008 test at 65,316 miles and the 2010 tests at 85,677 miles, suggesting the car likely sat stationary for long periods or was used sporadically. Low mileage often leads to the degradation of rubber components, the corrosion of brake lines, and the seizing of seals, which aligns with the specific faults noted in the final test history. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection focusing on the structural integrity of the rear chassis and the suspension system. The March 2010 failure highlighted excessive corrosion on the nearside rear suspension mounting point and movement in both front Macpherson struts. Given the age of the vehicle, the inspector should verify if these areas were properly treated or if the rust has progressed. Furthermore, the braking system needs to be checked for binding calipers and perished hoses, as the record previously flagged twisted brake hoses and fouled pipes.