1999 Renault Extra 1.9L Diesel · V553 ADO

The vehicle presents a history of inconsistent maintenance marked by significant failures followed by immediate reactive repairs. While the most recent test in October 2024 at 97,167 miles passed with no defects, this followed a comprehensive failure in July 2024 at just 16 miles prior. That failure revealed a critical list of mechanical neglect, including a fractured nearside front coil spring, severely deteriorated CV boots, and perished rubber across all four tyres. The transition from multi-point failure to a clean pass suggests the owner addresses faults only when necessitated by the tester rather than following a preventative service schedule. At 27 years old, the mileage of 97,167 miles is exceptionally low, averaging roughly 3,600 miles per year. However, this low usage correlates with the visible degradation of rubber-based components. The record consistently shows tyres cracking and perishing between 2021 and 2024, which is typical of a vehicle that sits for long periods rather than being driven regularly. The engine oil leak has been a persistent fixture since at least 2018, and while consistently described as not excessive, it indicates a long-term sealing issue that remains unaddressed. Structural integrity is the primary concern for this Renault. The vehicle failed in 2018 and 2021 due to excessive corrosion on the nearside rear suspension mounting and body sill, significantly reducing structural strength. Although later tests did not flag these areas, the history of deep structural rust on a low-mileage car is a high risk. A buyer must physically inspect the sills and mounting points for active bubbling, as the previous failures indicate the chassis is prone to significant rot despite the low mileage.