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R379 SER

1998 Renault Sport

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,537 mi
Last recorded17,537 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Renault Sport16,704 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR379 SER
MakeRenault
ModelSport
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 20 Nov 2025 17,537 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2024 17,049 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2023 16,696 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 16,093 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 15,208 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 14,453 miles

advise surface cracks in all tyres

Pass 9 Nov 2017 14,463 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 14,027 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 13,067 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 12,412 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 11,506 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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R379 SER is a 1998 Renault Sport in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Renault Sport models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 16,704 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 R379 SER, 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 28 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 R379 SER?

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What year was R379 SER registered?

R379 SER is a 1998 Renault Sport, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R379 SER safe to buy?

The MOT history for R379 SER shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R379 SER have outstanding finance?

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