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GU08 LXM

2008 Renault Twingo

Black Diesel 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

66,689 mi
Last recorded66,689 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2017
Typical for 2008 Renault Twingo56,518 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU08 LXM
MakeRenault
ModelTwingo
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2017 66,689 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2017 66,689 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2016 56,416 miles

both anti roll bar bushes perishing

n/s/f wheel small buckle

rear lights have small interaction

small leak from n/s inner cv gaiter

Pass 28 Mar 2015 46,633 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 37,544 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on inner and outter edges

Pass 6 Apr 2013 32,501 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2012 27,722 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2011 22,503 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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GU08 LXM is a 2008 Renault Twingo in Black with a 1,149cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GU08 LXM, 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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What year was GU08 LXM registered?

GU08 LXM is a 2008 Renault Twingo, first registered on 23 April 2008.

Is GU08 LXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU08 LXM 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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