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P57 EVM

1997 Renault Sport

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

15,872 mi
Last recorded15,872 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Renault Sport13,366 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP57 EVM
MakeRenault
ModelSport
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 15,872 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2025 15,872 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases second to last box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2024 15,213 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 14,862 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 14,448 miles

Nearside Front Outer Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 9 Aug 2022 14,448 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 7 Aug 2021 13,642 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Jul 2021 13,635 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2020 13,316 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 13,150 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 12,944 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 12,743 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 12,490 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 12,317 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 12,121 miles
Fail 16 May 2013 12,121 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 12,111 miles

no exterior door handles as standard

Pass 17 May 2011

Engine cambelt cover damaged

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 17 May 2011

Engine cambelt cover damaged

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Steering column retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Pass 18 Aug 2009 11,490 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 10,036 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 10,319 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2005 8,926 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Oct 2005 8,926 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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P57 EVM is a 1997 Renault Sport in Yellow with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P57 EVM, 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.

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What year was P57 EVM registered?

P57 EVM is a 1997 Renault Sport, first registered on 7 March 1997.

Is P57 EVM safe to buy?

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