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EA08 VZG

2008 Renault Twingo

Orange Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

81,683 mi
Last recorded81,683 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2017
Typical for 2008 Renault Twingo56,518 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA08 VZG
MakeRenault
ModelTwingo
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2017 81,683 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 3 Feb 2017 81,259 miles

Headlamp aim not tested Due to damage of n/s headlight (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

MAJOR OIL LEAK

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing inner edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 23 Feb 2016 68,450 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2016 68,450 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Feb 2015 57,669 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 17 Feb 2015 57,665 miles

Nearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 18 Feb 2014 46,478 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2014 46,474 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 26 Feb 2013 36,556 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 26,571 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 18,764 miles

How Reliable is the Renault Twingo?

Based on 415,471 MOT tests across 31,687 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
4,423
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
31,687
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 7,998
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,492
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EA08 VZG is a 2008 Renault Twingo in Orange with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2008 Renault Twingo models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 56,518 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 Twingo fails its MOT is track rod end ball joint has excessive play, accounting for 7,998 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EA08 VZG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Twingo typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Renault Twingo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was EA08 VZG registered?

EA08 VZG is a 2008 Renault Twingo, first registered on 29 May 2008.

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