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HW58 ERK

2008 Renault Twingo

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

156,314 mi
Last recorded156,314 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Renault Twingo56,518 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW58 ERK
MakeRenault
ModelTwingo
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 156,314 miles

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 12 Aug 2025 156,314 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 13 Aug 2024 148,754 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2024 148,754 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2023 142,058 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Aug 2022 134,263 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 126,326 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 119,547 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 111,429 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 100,438 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front slight play in top strut mounting

Pass 25 Aug 2017 88,361 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 76,984 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 66,361 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8 mm/worn edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.8mm advise (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Aug 2014 56,814 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 46,358 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 36,409 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 26,925 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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HW58 ERK is a 2008 Renault Twingo in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 HW58 ERK, 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 HW58 ERK registered?

HW58 ERK is a 2008 Renault Twingo, first registered on 4 September 2008.

Is HW58 ERK safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW58 ERK shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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