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EK58 GBY

2008 Renault Twingo

Silver Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

76,874 mi
Last recorded76,874 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2022
Typical for 2008 Renault Twingo56,518 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK58 GBY
MakeRenault
ModelTwingo
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2022 76,874 miles

oil leak

Fail 26 Sep 2022 76,874 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

oil leak

Pass 28 Sep 2021 64,969 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 61,617 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Sep 2020 61,595 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2019 56,277 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 51,538 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2018 51,312 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush likely to become detached pin snapped (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Sep 2017 46,847 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 42,998 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 38,511 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 34,281 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 29,662 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 25,186 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2011 21,275 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Sep 2011 21,275 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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EK58 GBY is a 2008 Renault Twingo in Silver with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 EK58 GBY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EK58 GBY registered?

EK58 GBY is a 2008 Renault Twingo, first registered on 29 September 2008.

Is EK58 GBY safe to buy?

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