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R52 FBJ

1998 Renault Sport

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

17,819 mi
Last recorded17,819 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2017
Typical for 1998 Renault Sport16,704 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR52 FBJ
MakeRenault
ModelSport
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2017 17,819 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 17,651 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 17,392 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 17,144 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Oct 2012 16,704 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 22 Oct 2012 16,702 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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Nov 2011 16,137 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2011 16,137 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Jul 2006 11,317 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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R52 FBJ is a 1998 Renault Sport in Yellow with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 R52 FBJ, 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.

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What year was R52 FBJ registered?

R52 FBJ is a 1998 Renault Sport, first registered on 15 May 1998.

Is R52 FBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R52 FBJ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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