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HW59 ECV

2009 Renault Twingo

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

86,532 mi
Last recorded86,532 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Renault Twingo50,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW59 ECV
MakeRenault
ModelTwingo
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Fail 11 Jun 2026 86,532 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut greater than 4mm (7.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))

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

Pass 8 Jul 2025 83,962 miles

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

Fail 7 Jul 2025 83,959 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Jun 2024 82,890 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 31 May 2024 82,886 miles

Emissions oxygen sensor obviously defective (8.2.2.1 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2023 82,319 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 165/65/14 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded across axle (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 28 Feb 2023 82,316 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 165/65/14 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded across axle (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Mar 2022 68,589 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge 165/65/14 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Across axle (corroded) (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Oct 2020 55,377 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Oct 2019 51,659 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 48,303 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 43,476 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 38,916 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 35,273 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 30,073 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 23,191 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 16,821 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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HW59 ECV is a 2009 Renault Twingo in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2009 Renault Twingo models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 50,384 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 HW59 ECV, 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 17 years old, this Renault Twingo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HW59 ECV registered?

HW59 ECV is a 2009 Renault Twingo, first registered on 10 October 2009.

Is HW59 ECV safe to buy?

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