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P664 GPA

1997 Renault Sport

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests28 (19 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate67.9%

Mileage

27,858 mi
Last recorded27,858 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Renault Sport13,366 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP664 GPA
MakeRenault
ModelSport
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

19 pass 9 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 27,858 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2024 43,929 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2023 26,553 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2022 25,964 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2022 25,964 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 25,226 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2021 25,217 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2020 24,157 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 22,848 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 21,556 miles
Fail 8 May 2018 21,532 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 9 May 2017 20,994 miles
Fail 9 May 2017 20,994 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2016 19,851 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2016 19,849 miles

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

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 6 May 2015 19,121 miles
Fail 6 May 2015 19,121 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2014 16,397 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 12,228 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre cracked

nearside rear tyre cut in outer sidewall

Fail 3 Apr 2012 12,223 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

all four tyre cracked

nearside front tyre side wall perished

nearside rear brake slightly binding

nearside rear tyre side wall perished

offside rear brake slightly binding

Pass 3 Apr 2012 12,223 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

all four tyre cracked

nearside front tyre side wall perished

nearside rear brake slightly binding

nearside rear tyre side wall perished

offside rear brake slightly binding

Pass 29 Jun 2011 12,100 miles

nearside rear tyre cracked and has cut in side wall

Fail 20 Apr 2011 12,007 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Lower Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.5)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

nearside rear tyre slightly perished and cut in side wall

Pass 21 May 2010 11,253 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 11,111 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 10,776 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2008 10,743 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

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

Pass 22 Jul 2006 10,237 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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P664 GPA is a 1997 Renault Sport in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 67.9%.

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 P664 GPA, 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 P664 GPA registered?

P664 GPA is a 1997 Renault Sport, first registered on 27 March 1997.

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