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GJ08 UEK

2008 Renault Twingo

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

110,028 mi
Last recorded110,028 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2021
Typical for 2008 Renault Twingo56,518 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ08 UEK
MakeRenault
ModelTwingo
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Fail 30 Dec 2021 110,028 miles

Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded Both rear brake hoses - located on the n/s/r (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Emissions not tested due to exhaust blowing (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn inner face scored and worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle section join (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge - suspect wheel alignment (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge - suspect wheel alignment (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 7 Dec 2020 107,175 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 12 Nov 2019 102,773 miles

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

Oil leak - BORDERLINE!!

Pass 24 Nov 2018 95,956 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2017 89,451 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 84,002 miles

condensation o/s headlamp glass

condition and movement in n/s/f and o/s/f up right anti roll bar links Borderline

corrosion on rear axle

oil leak

security of handbrake lever Borderline

Fail 16 Nov 2016 84,002 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

condensation o/s headlamp glass

condition and movement in n/s/f and o/s/f up right anti roll bar links Borderline

corrosion on rear axle

oil leak

security of handbrake lever Borderline

Pass 1 Dec 2015 79,068 miles

oil leak

Pass 28 Nov 2014 70,298 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2014 69,374 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 69,374 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 54,810 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 17 Sep 2013 54,810 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 39,412 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 32,323 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 31,208 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

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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GJ08 UEK is a 2008 Renault Twingo in Red 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 GJ08 UEK, 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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GJ08 UEK is a 2008 Renault Twingo, first registered on 29 March 2008.

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