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TAL 1B

1997 Renault Sport

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,255 mi
Last recorded3,255 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Renault Sport13,366 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAL 1B
MakeRenault
ModelSport
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 15 Apr 2026 3,255 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 3,255 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 3,255 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 3,040 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 3,030 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 2,937 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 2,939 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 2,922 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 2,915 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 2,218 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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TAL 1B is a 1997 Renault Sport in Yellow with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 TAL 1B, 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 TAL 1B?

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What year was TAL 1B registered?

TAL 1B is a 1997 Renault Sport, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is TAL 1B safe to buy?

The MOT history for TAL 1B shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TAL 1B have outstanding finance?

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