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A6 PYD

1997 Renault Sport

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

11,620 mi
Last recorded11,620 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Renault Sport13,366 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA6 PYD
MakeRenault
ModelSport
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2025 11,620 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 11,612 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 11,596 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 11,562 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 11,555 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 11,504 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 11,441 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2018 11,441 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2017 11,187 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 11,135 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 11,085 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 10,910 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 10,752 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 10,215 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 9,274 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 9,115 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 8,633 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 8,528 miles

catalyst is loose inside

Pass 29 Aug 2007 8,528 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 7,985 miles

How Reliable is the Renault Sport?

Based on 1,888 MOT tests across 150 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
516
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
150
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 40
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 37
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 34
position lamp(s) not working 28
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 26
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A6 PYD is a 1997 Renault Sport in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1997 Renault Sport models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 13,366 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Renault Sport fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A6 PYD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Sport typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Renault Sport is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A6 PYD?

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What year was A6 PYD registered?

A6 PYD is a 1997 Renault Sport, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is A6 PYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A6 PYD shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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