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R5 NGA

1998 Renault Sport

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,597 mi
Last recorded59,597 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Renault Sport16,704 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR5 NGA
MakeRenault
ModelSport
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 27 Aug 2025 59,597 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 59,188 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 58,363 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 57,018 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 56,102 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 55,804 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 53,490 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 52,203 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 50,371 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 47,288 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 44,935 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 42,728 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 40,502 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 38,156 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 34,556 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 30,810 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 26,169 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 22,874 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 19,274 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 15,174 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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R5 NGA is a 1998 Renault Sport in Yellow with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 R5 NGA, 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 R5 NGA?

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What year was R5 NGA registered?

R5 NGA is a 1998 Renault Sport, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R5 NGA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R5 NGA shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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