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GX16 VTW

2016 Renault Twingo

White Petrol 898cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

50,431 mi
Last recorded50,431 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Renault Twingo28,834 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX16 VTW
MakeRenault
ModelTwingo
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine898cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 50,431 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2025 44,938 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2025 44,893 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2024 40,154 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2023 33,860 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2023 33,858 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 24 May 2022 28,465 miles
Fail 20 May 2022 28,386 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 May 2021 22,890 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 17,066 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2020 17,003 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2019 12,586 miles

tyre pressure warning light on

Pass 9 Oct 2018 5,415 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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GX16 VTW is a 2016 Renault Twingo in White with a 898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 GX16 VTW, 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 GX16 VTW registered?

GX16 VTW is a 2016 Renault Twingo, first registered on 17 March 2016.

Is GX16 VTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX16 VTW shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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