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S344 TSU

1998 Renault Sport

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

86,025 mi
Last recorded86,025 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2010
Typical for 1998 Renault Sport16,704 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS344 TSU
MakeRenault
ModelSport
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2010 86,025 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both front discs corrodid.

wear at both front outer anti roll bar bushes.

Fail 10 Sep 2010 85,948 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Outer Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Outer Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Rear Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both front discs corrodid.

wear at both front outer anti roll bar bushes.

Pass 14 Sep 2009 82,771 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2009 82,771 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 14 Nov 2008 77,799 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 5 Nov 2007 70,609 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Oct 2006 63,864 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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S344 TSU is a 1998 Renault Sport in Yellow with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 S344 TSU, 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

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What year was S344 TSU registered?

S344 TSU is a 1998 Renault Sport, first registered on 24 August 1998.

Is S344 TSU safe to buy?

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