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GV08 OLJ

2008 Renault Twingo

Black Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2019
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

142,056 mi
Last recorded142,056 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2018
Typical for 2008 Renault Twingo56,518 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV08 OLJ
MakeRenault
ModelTwingo
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2018 142,056 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2017 128,593 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2017 128,593 miles

Central Rear Registration plate lamp not working x2 (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Oct 2016 107,582 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2016 107,582 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 2 Oct 2015 74,645 miles

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

Fail 2 Oct 2015 74,645 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 52,848 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2014 52,848 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2013 38,737 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 32,033 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2012 31,756 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nsr tyre perished and cracked

Pass 27 Jul 2011 20,013 miles

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

Fail 27 Jul 2011 20,013 miles

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b) DANGEROUS

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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GV08 OLJ is a 2008 Renault Twingo in Black with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 GV08 OLJ, 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 GV08 OLJ registered?

GV08 OLJ is a 2008 Renault Twingo, first registered on 23 June 2008.

Is GV08 OLJ safe to buy?

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