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L779 GYY

1993 Renault Twingo

Black Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

147,640 mi
Last recorded147,640 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2012
Typical for 1993 Renault Twingo125,937 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL779 GYY
MakeRenault
ModelTwingo
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2012 147,640 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 146,288 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 17 Aug 2010 146,161 miles

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

front brake discs corroded and pitted

o.s.f brake pipe corroded

Pass 17 Aug 2010 146,161 miles

front brake discs corroded and pitted

o.s.f brake pipe corroded

Pass 12 Aug 2009 144,567 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 141,979 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2008 141,971 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

front brakes binding slightly

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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L779 GYY is a 1993 Renault Twingo in Black with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1993 Renault Twingo models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 125,937 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 L779 GYY, 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 33 years old, this Renault Twingo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of L779 GYY?

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What year was L779 GYY registered?

L779 GYY is a 1993 Renault Twingo, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is L779 GYY safe to buy?

The MOT history for L779 GYY shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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