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SCX 4

1998 Renault Sport

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

5,662 mi
Last recorded5,662 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Renault Sport16,704 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSCX 4
MakeRenault
ModelSport
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 5,662 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 4,888 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 4,554 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 3,661 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 3,198 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 2,674 miles
Fail 20 May 2019 2,669 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint at nearside (6.1.2 (a))

front wiper blade split

under trays fitted

Pass 1 May 2018 2,534 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 2,503 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2010 3,961 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Pass 8 Jun 2010 3,961 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 3,948 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 3,932 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 3,432 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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SCX 4 is a 1998 Renault Sport in Yellow with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SCX 4, 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 SCX 4?

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What year was SCX 4 registered?

SCX 4 is a 1998 Renault Sport, first registered on 30 June 1998.

Is SCX 4 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SCX 4 shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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