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LY16 HBJ

2016 Renault Twingo

Blue Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

70,336 mi
Last recorded70,336 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 Renault Twingo28,834 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY16 HBJ
MakeRenault
ModelTwingo
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 70,336 miles

tpms light on

Fail 29 Oct 2025 70,336 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel handbrake high (1.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex leaking / snapped (6.1.2 (a))

tpms light on

Pass 7 Nov 2024 58,411 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2023 52,325 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 49,443 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Recommend replacement (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

High travel on parking brake lever

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Position lamp: lens damaged

Offside Front Position light loose

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

Under tray covers fitted

Pass 24 Feb 2022 43,015 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Under Tray Fitted

Fail 24 Feb 2022 43,015 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Under Tray Fitted

Pass 2 Mar 2021 35,837 miles

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

TPMS Light on

Under Tray Fitted

Pass 18 Jun 2019 20,755 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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LY16 HBJ is a 2016 Renault Twingo in Blue with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2016 Renault Twingo models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 28,834 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LY16 HBJ, 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 10 years old, this Renault Twingo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LY16 HBJ registered?

LY16 HBJ is a 2016 Renault Twingo, first registered on 30 June 2016.

Is LY16 HBJ safe to buy?

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