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PF08 AHX

2008 Renault Twingo

Red Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

28,021 mi
Last recorded28,021 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2020
Typical for 2008 Renault Twingo56,518 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF08 AHX
MakeRenault
ModelTwingo
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2020 28,021 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Across the rear sub frame. (1.1.11 (c))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Feb 2020 28,021 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Across the rear sub frame. (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2019 18,095 miles

heavy oil leaks from engine(poss corroded sump)

rear cross axle brake pipe heavy surface corrosion

Fail 11 Feb 2019 18,095 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

heavy oil leaks from engine(poss corroded sump)

rear cross axle brake pipe heavy surface corrosion

Pass 13 Feb 2018 15,305 miles

Oil leak Back of the engine area ()

Fail 13 Feb 2018 15,305 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak Back of the engine area ()

Pass 9 Feb 2017 11,659 miles

Oil leak Engine bay ()

Fail 9 Feb 2017 11,659 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Oil leak Engine bay ()

Pass 9 Feb 2016 26,795 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 20 Feb 2015 18,366 miles

wheel trims fitted

Fail 19 Feb 2015 18,366 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Coolant leak

wheel trims fitted

Pass 22 Dec 2014 4,907 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 31 Dec 2013 35,573 miles

Centre stop lamp slightly insecure.

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Small splits in o/s/r tyre outer sidewall and tread area. Minor damage to n/s/r tyre tread area (can not be 100% cord visable therefore benefit of doubt given)

Pass 3 Jan 2013 32,919 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 24,198 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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PF08 AHX is a 2008 Renault Twingo in Red with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2008 Renault Twingo models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 56,518 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 PF08 AHX, 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 18 years old, this Renault Twingo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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PF08 AHX is a 2008 Renault Twingo, first registered on 31 May 2008.

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