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EK17 YXU

2017 Renault Twingo

Grey Petrol 898cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

56,597 mi
Last recorded56,597 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2017 Renault Twingo22,574 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK17 YXU
MakeRenault
ModelTwingo
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine898cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 56,597 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2025 53,634 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 41,132 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2024 41,117 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2023 36,704 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Fail 14 Sep 2023 36,703 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 13 Sep 2022 32,993 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2022 32,992 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 27,262 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 19,376 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2020

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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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EK17 YXU is a 2017 Renault Twingo in Grey with a 898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2017 Renault Twingo models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 22,574 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 EK17 YXU, 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 9 years old, this Renault Twingo is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was EK17 YXU registered?

EK17 YXU is a 2017 Renault Twingo, first registered on 20 April 2017.

Is EK17 YXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK17 YXU shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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