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GK58 OWU

2008 Renault Twingo

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

73,340 mi
Last recorded73,340 miles
Recorded on28 Dec 2018
Typical for 2008 Renault Twingo56,518 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK58 OWU
MakeRenault
ModelTwingo
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Dec 2018 73,340 miles

slight movement in n/s/f upper top mount

Pass 9 Oct 2017 72,484 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 72,306 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 70,379 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 64,401 miles

Front and Rear brakes have only just met the tolerance of increase at the same rate

Front tyres low on the edges

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 22 Sep 2014 64,401 miles

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

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

Front and Rear brakes have only just met the tolerance of increase at the same rate

Front tyres low on the edges

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 24 Sep 2013 57,888 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 24 Sep 2013 57,888 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 48,351 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 5 Sep 2012 48,351 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 30 Sep 2011 37,735 miles

both number plates not of British Standard but can be read fron 20 meters

Fail 22 Sep 2011 37,735 miles

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

both number plates not of British Standard but can be read fron 20 meters

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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GK58 OWU is a 2008 Renault Twingo in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GK58 OWU, 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

How do I check the history of GK58 OWU?

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What year was GK58 OWU registered?

GK58 OWU is a 2008 Renault Twingo, first registered on 22 September 2008.

Is GK58 OWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK58 OWU shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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