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R505 DMX

1997 Renault Sport

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,226 mi
Last recorded1,226 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Renault Sport13,366 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR505 DMX
MakeRenault
ModelSport
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 20 Jun 2025 1,226 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 1,178 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 1,170 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 1,054 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 1,033 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 517 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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R505 DMX is a 1997 Renault Sport in Yellow with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R505 DMX, 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 R505 DMX registered?

R505 DMX is a 1997 Renault Sport, first registered on 5 December 1997.

Is R505 DMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R505 DMX shows 6 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 R505 DMX have outstanding finance?

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