Renault Extra (1994)
1994 Renault Extra
CarHunch analysed 1,106 real MOT records for the 1994 Renault Extra. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 1994 Renault Extra has a first-time MOT pass rate of just 53.8%—significantly below the UK average of 80%—and diesel models fare considerably better at 59.7% compared to petrol's poor 33.2%. Dangerous defects have affected 11.8% of these vehicles, which is manageable but worth noting when inspecting any example.
These vans are running at 111,000 miles median, which is predictable for their age, but they're accumulating an average of 1.36 failures and 2.8 advisories per test—suggesting wear-related issues are the norm rather than exception. If you're considering one, prioritise a pre-purchase inspection focused on its MOT history and opt for diesel if possible; petrol variants are frankly unreliable by comparison.
What to check before buying a 1994 Renault Extra
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (78%) | 860 | 59.7% | 1.43 |
| Petrol (22%) | 246 | 33.2% | 1.1 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 1994 Renault Extra vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 1994 Renault Extra vehicles fall between 89,703 and 134,824 miles.
1994 Renault Extra — Still on the Road
13 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2016 — 54% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2016.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 1994 Renault Extra
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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20.5%
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded
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20.3%
Oil leak
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18.5%
Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded
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18.4%
Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded
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17.3%
Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated
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17%
Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded
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16.4%
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated
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15.9%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 1994. Counts include advisories and failures.
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