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GL16 EWH

2016 Renault Twingo

Purple Petrol 898cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

38,167 mi
Last recorded38,167 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2025
Typical for 2016 Renault Twingo28,834 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL16 EWH
MakeRenault
ModelTwingo
Year2016
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine898cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2025 38,167 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on inner edges both very smooth close to cords (5.2.3 (e))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 10 Aug 2024 33,372 miles

Central Front Lower Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Central Front Lower Windscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view sticker mark (3.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pads 4-5mm (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 3mm , worn on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2023 29,500 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively BOTH FRONT (1.1.14 (a) (i))

O/S F TYRE SLIGHTLY WEARING LOW INNER EDGE

Pass 29 Jul 2022 26,339 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 19,998 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2021 19,998 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2020 15,354 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 8,093 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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GL16 EWH is a 2016 Renault Twingo in Purple with a 898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2016 Renault Twingo models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 28,834 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 GL16 EWH, 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 10 years old, this Renault Twingo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GL16 EWH registered?

GL16 EWH is a 2016 Renault Twingo, first registered on 5 May 2016.

Is GL16 EWH safe to buy?

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