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LA12 VHX

2012 Renault Twingo

Silver Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

41,225 mi
Last recorded41,225 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Renault Twingo44,044 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA12 VHX
MakeRenault
ModelTwingo
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 41,225 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Mar 2025 37,394 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2025 37,393 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Worn to the limit (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2024 34,706 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 32,629 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2022 30,253 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH front tyres worn low on tread. (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Offside front tyre very badly worn ( smooth ) on the inner shoulder area (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Mar 2021 26,523 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth on the inner tread band area (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Mar 2020 23,956 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2019 19,923 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2019 19,922 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Multiple places on the outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Mar 2018 15,313 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 11,170 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2017 11,169 miles

Parking brake lever insecure (3.1.3b)

Pass 17 Mar 2016 7,223 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 3,004 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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LA12 VHX is a 2012 Renault Twingo in Silver with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2012 Renault Twingo models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 44,044 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 LA12 VHX, 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 14 years old, this Renault Twingo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LA12 VHX registered?

LA12 VHX is a 2012 Renault Twingo, first registered on 24 July 2012.

Is LA12 VHX safe to buy?

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