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C591 DER

1997 Renault Sport

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

10,692 mi
Last recorded10,692 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2020
Typical for 1997 Renault Sport13,366 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC591 DER
MakeRenault
ModelSport
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2020 10,692 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Jul 2014 10,578 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Jun 2013 10,418 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Jun 2012 10,266 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Aug 2010 9,593 miles

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 1 Jul 2009 9,149 miles

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

washer jet partially blocked.

Fail 1 Jul 2009 9,149 miles

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

washer jet partially blocked.

Pass 2 May 2008 9,002 miles
Fail 2 May 2008 9,002 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Apr 2007 8,432 miles

rear view mirror missing

Pass 26 Apr 2006 7,860 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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C591 DER is a 1997 Renault Sport in Yellow with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 C591 DER, 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 C591 DER registered?

C591 DER is a 1997 Renault Sport, first registered on 16 May 1997.

Is C591 DER safe to buy?

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