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P199 NSF

1997 Renault Sport

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

30,903 mi
Last recorded30,903 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Renault Sport13,366 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP199 NSF
MakeRenault
ModelSport
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2025 30,903 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 30,892 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 30,855 miles
Fail 22 May 2023 30,849 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 30,685 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2020 30,355 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2019 30,332 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2019 30,332 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 28 Aug 2018 30,278 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 30,233 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 30,174 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 30,090 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 29,922 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 29,080 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 27,807 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 27,387 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 29 Jul 2009 25,729 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 23,539 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 17,901 miles

offside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 2 Jun 2006 14,282 miles
Fail 25 May 2006 14,256 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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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P199 NSF is a 1997 Renault Sport in Yellow with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P199 NSF, 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

How do I check the history of P199 NSF?

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What year was P199 NSF registered?

P199 NSF is a 1997 Renault Sport, first registered on 10 February 1997.

Is P199 NSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P199 NSF shows 21 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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