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MJ12 UWU

2012 Renault Twingo

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

63,270 mi
Last recorded63,270 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2023
Typical for 2012 Renault Twingo44,044 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ12 UWU
MakeRenault
ModelTwingo
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2023 63,270 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2023 63,270 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Fail 4 Jan 2023 63,260 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front strut/ hub upper bolt locking device missing

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

Pass 31 May 2022 58,525 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 57,738 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 53,813 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 48,986 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 46,120 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 41,997 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 38,161 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 34,472 miles

Both rear tyres worn on the edges.

O/S/Front tyre starting to split on the inner sidewall.

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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MJ12 UWU is a 2012 Renault Twingo in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 MJ12 UWU, 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 MJ12 UWU registered?

MJ12 UWU is a 2012 Renault Twingo, first registered on 25 May 2012.

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