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GJ08 UOK

2008 Renault Twingo

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

65,860 mi
Last recorded65,860 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Renault Twingo56,518 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ08 UOK
MakeRenault
ModelTwingo
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 65,860 miles
Fail 14 May 2025 65,860 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2024 65,106 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Damp inside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2023 64,035 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 63,226 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 62,641 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2019 61,861 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2019 61,861 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Oct 2018 61,127 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 54,023 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front tyres excessive wear on edges

Pass 8 Jul 2015 47,122 miles

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

Fail 6 Jul 2015 47,048 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 3 Jul 2014 40,341 miles

slight bulge in n/s/f outer tyre wall ,and both front tyre walls cracking slightly

Pass 3 Jul 2013 35,007 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2012 27,826 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 16,203 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2011 16,203 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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 UOK is a 2008 Renault Twingo in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 UOK, 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 GJ08 UOK registered?

GJ08 UOK is a 2008 Renault Twingo, first registered on 18 March 2008.

Is GJ08 UOK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ08 UOK shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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