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REZ 711

1997 Renault Sport

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

4,189 mi
Last recorded4,189 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2023
Typical for 1997 Renault Sport13,366 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationREZ 711
MakeRenault
ModelSport
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2023 4,189 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 4,068 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 4,058 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 3,845 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 3,793 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 3,753 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2015 3,753 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Pass 21 May 2013 3,502 miles

Nearside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Jun 2012 3,370 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Fail 28 May 2012 3,370 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 May 2011 3,370 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 3,370 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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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REZ 711 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 75%.

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 REZ 711, 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 REZ 711 registered?

REZ 711 is a 1997 Renault Sport, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is REZ 711 safe to buy?

The MOT history for REZ 711 shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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