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R441 TGF

1997 Renault Twingo

White Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2025
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

59,731 mi
Last recorded59,731 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2024
Typical for 1997 Renault Twingo90,570 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR441 TGF
MakeRenault
ModelTwingo
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2024 59,731 miles

Reverse light incorrect colour (red)

Fail 16 Jul 2024 59,726 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Reverse light incorrect colour (red)

Fail 20 Mar 2024 59,374 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2021 58,708 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

headlamps masks fitted

Fail 8 Oct 2021 58,704 miles

Headlamp aim too high nearside and offside (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Sep 2020 58,642 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Oct 2019 58,516 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2019 58,516 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Oct 2018 56,648 miles

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

Fail 12 Oct 2018 56,648 miles

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

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 27 Sep 2017 55,436 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 53,951 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 51,601 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2014 46,710 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2014 46,710 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 44,877 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2013 44,876 miles

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 42,829 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 42,254 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 41,770 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 41,650 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2008 40,610 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 3 Oct 2008 40,610 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2007 37,359 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 20 Aug 2007 37,359 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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R441 TGF is a 1997 Renault Twingo in White with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

Across all 1997 Renault Twingo models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 90,570 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 R441 TGF, 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 29 years old, this Renault Twingo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R441 TGF registered?

R441 TGF is a 1997 Renault Twingo, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R441 TGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R441 TGF shows 25 tests with a 64% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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