Should I check the MOT history before buying a 1993 Renault Extra?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 1993 Renault Extra?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 1993 Renault Extra?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 1993 Renault Extra reliable?

Based on MOT data from 915 vehicles, the 1993 Renault Extra has a first-time MOT pass rate of 60.3%, indicating average reliability for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 1993 Renault Extra?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 1993 Renault Extra are: Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (20.5% of vehicles), Oil leak (20.3% of vehicles), Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (18.5% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 1993 Renault Extra?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Renault Extra (1993)

915 real MOT outcomes analysed • 60.3% first-time pass rate

1993 Renault Extra

CarHunch analysed 915 real MOT records for the 1993 Renault Extra. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 1993 Renault Extra struggles significantly on the MOT: just 60.3% pass first time against the UK average of 80%, meaning four in ten of these vehicles fail their test. Diesel variants fare marginally better at 61.1% pass rate versus 59.0% for petrol models, though neither inspires confidence, and fewer than one in thirteen have suffered dangerous defects.

These Extras are well-used at an average 108,000 miles, which partly explains why they accumulate 1.08 failures and 1.9 advisories per test—typical wear-and-tear issues rather than systemic design flaws. If you're considering one, budget for repairs before the MOT and get a pre-purchase inspection focused on the exact failure categories affecting the model.

The 1993 Renault Extra has a below-average first-time pass rate (60.3% vs ~80% UK average) — check the specific vehicle's full MOT history carefully before buying.

⚠️ Around 1 in 20 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

60.3%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

7.9%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.08

Over 2.9 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

111k

Middle half: 89k–138k

For context

⚠️ Below average. More vehicles in this cohort fail their first MOT than typical. Scrutinise this vehicle's history — look for recurring issues, not just the latest result.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 1.9 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 915 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 915 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Suspension & steering 20.5%

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded · Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Other issues 20.3%

Oil leak

Seat belts 18.5%

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded · Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded

Brake wear 17.3%

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated · Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated · Brakes imbalanced across an axle · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Tyre wear 15.9%

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Exhaust & emissions 9.8%

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 1993.

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Based on MOT data from 915 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 7.9% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Diesel (59%)	539	61.1%	1.29
Petrol (41%)	375	59%	0.79

Colour Breakdown

Based on 35,376 Renault Extra vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 64.1%

22,661

Red 16%

5,657

Blue 14.4%

5,107

Beige 2.2%

768

Green 0.6%

220

Silver 0.6%

220

Yellow 0.6%

210

Grey 0.6%

210

Black 0.4%

134

Orange 0.3%

109

Multi-colour 0.1%

Brown 0.1%

Mileage Distribution

Most 1993 Renault Extra vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

111,217

typical

88,956

low mileage

138,304

high mileage

Half of all 1993 Renault Extra vehicles fall between 88,956 and 138,304 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 88,956 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 88,956–138,304 miles — normal for age. This is where most 1993 Renault Extras sit.

⚠ Over 186,710 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

2.9

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.08

Avg failures per vehicle

1.9

Avg advisories per vehicle

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