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L279 YRP

2002 Renault Twingo

Blue Petrol 1239cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

151,176 mi
Last recorded151,176 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2008
Typical for 2002 Renault Twingo83,569 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL279 YRP
MakeRenault
ModelTwingo
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,239cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 21 Oct 2008 151,176 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front chassis legs corroding

Pass 17 Oct 2007 138,111 miles

n/s/f & o/s/r tyres worn

Pass 19 Oct 2006 124,745 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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L279 YRP is a 2002 Renault Twingo in Blue with a 1,239cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2002 Renault Twingo models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 83,569 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 L279 YRP, 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 24 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 L279 YRP registered?

L279 YRP is a 2002 Renault Twingo, first registered on 12 November 2002.

Is L279 YRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for L279 YRP shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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