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GL16 WJG

2016 Renault Twingo

Purple Petrol 898cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

32,490 mi
Last recorded32,490 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Renault Twingo28,834 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL16 WJG
MakeRenault
ModelTwingo
Year2016
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine898cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 32,490 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2024 31,419 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2023 29,443 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2022 27,061 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 24,488 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2021 24,430 miles

Offside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Nov 2020 22,375 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2019 18,761 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 WJG 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 WJG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GL16 WJG registered?

GL16 WJG is a 2016 Renault Twingo, first registered on 31 May 2016.

Is GL16 WJG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL16 WJG shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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