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R787 AOW

1997 Renault Sport

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2024
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,825 mi
Last recorded15,825 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2023
Typical for 1997 Renault Sport13,366 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR787 AOW
MakeRenault
ModelSport
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 28 Jul 2023 15,825 miles
Pass 14 May 2022 15,790 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2021 15,771 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019
Pass 31 Jan 2017 15,108 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 14,932 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 14,858 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 14,175 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2010 13,808 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 13,366 miles

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)

Pass 10 May 2008 12,431 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 11,124 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 9,708 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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R787 AOW is a 1997 Renault Sport in Yellow with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 R787 AOW, 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 R787 AOW registered?

R787 AOW is a 1997 Renault Sport, first registered on 19 December 1997.

Is R787 AOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R787 AOW shows 13 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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