Renault Sport Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Renault Sport reliable? We analysed 1,888 real MOT tests across 150 vehicles to find out.
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The Renault Sport is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid and exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Renault Sport.
Renault Sport Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Renault Sport. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Renault Sport MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Renault Sport to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Renault Sport Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Renault Sport fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Renault Sport Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Renault Sport owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Renault Sport MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Renault Sport year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 65 | 61.5% | 48,917 | 79,711 | 105,330 |
| 2004 | 118 | 64.4% | 48,762 | 69,187 | 89,981 |
| 2002 | 77 | 59.7% | 65,254 | 82,611 | 102,772 |
| 2001 | 109 | 72.5% | 43,380 | 71,411 | 94,506 |
| 2000 | 71 | 60.6% | 51,222 | 73,958 | 92,527 |
| 1999 | 83 | 67.5% | 52,504 | 72,079 | 92,219 |
| 1998 | 239 | 86.2% | 8,524 | 16,704 | 59,597 |
| 1997 | 993 | 88.3% | 8,326 | 13,366 | 21,788 |
How Long Does a Renault Sport Last?
Based on 150 Renault Sport vehicles on UK roads.
Renault Sport Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Renault Sport MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Renault Sport
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
88.3% MOT pass rate from 993 tests
59.7% MOT pass rate from 77 tests
The best year to buy a used Renault Sport is 1997, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 88.3% across 993 tests. The 2002 model year has the lowest pass rate at 59.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Renault Sport Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Renault Sport THIS CAR | 80.8% | 1,888 | 21,478 mi | 29 yrs |
| Renault Clio | 67.1% | 14,729,048 | 62,807 mi | 33 yrs |
| Renault Megane | 67.3% | 7,306,346 | 70,453 mi | 30 yrs |
| Renault Laguna | 64.6% | 2,783,232 | 89,257 mi | 32 yrs |
| Land Rover Range Rover Autobio PHEV Auto | 94.5% | 671 | 25,845 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Renault Clio (67.1% pass rate) and the Renault Megane (67.3% pass rate), the Renault Sport outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Renault SportShould you buy a used Renault Sport?
The Renault Sport has an overall MOT pass rate of 80.8% across 1,888 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Renault Sport are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (40 recorded failures), windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (37), and exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (34). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Renault Sport owner drives around 516 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Renault Sport models stay on UK roads for around 29 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.