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R718 BDA

1997 Renault Sport

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

22,967 mi
Last recorded22,967 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2016
Typical for 1997 Renault Sport13,366 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR718 BDA
MakeRenault
ModelSport
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2016 22,967 miles

Both rear tyres wearing on inner edges.

Fail 8 Nov 2016

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Both rear tyres wearing on inner edges.

Pass 19 Jun 2015 22,960 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 22,757 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 29 Mar 2014 22,757 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 27 Mar 2014 22,757 miles

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

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Mar 2013 22,203 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2013 22,203 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2012 21,969 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

undercarrage trays and heat sheilds giving little or no access to preacribed areas or items

Pass 23 Apr 2010 21,258 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 21,218 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2005 21,023 miles

Slight front brake fluctuation

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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R718 BDA is a 1997 Renault Sport in Yellow with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R718 BDA, 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.

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What year was R718 BDA registered?

R718 BDA is a 1997 Renault Sport, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R718 BDA safe to buy?

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