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L1 EMJ

1997 Renault Sport

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

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Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Renault Sport13,366 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL1 EMJ
MakeRenault
ModelSport
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 26 Aug 2025

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 30 Jun 2023 6,300 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 6,249 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 6,197 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 6,141 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 6,041 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 5,722 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2016 5,651 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 20 Jun 2015 5,491 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 5,247 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 5,047 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012
Pass 10 Jun 2011 4,697 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 4,204 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 3,837 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 3,487 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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L1 EMJ is a 1997 Renault Sport in Yellow with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 L1 EMJ, 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

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What year was L1 EMJ registered?

L1 EMJ is a 1997 Renault Sport, first registered on 29 May 1997.

Is L1 EMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for L1 EMJ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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