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R997 RRD

1997 Renault Twingo

Grey Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

85,125 mi
Last recorded85,125 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2008
Typical for 1997 Renault Twingo90,570 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR997 RRD
MakeRenault
ModelTwingo
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2008 85,125 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 78,620 miles
Fail 24 May 2007 78,620 miles

Nearside Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 May 2006 73,883 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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R997 RRD is a 1997 Renault Twingo in Grey with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 R997 RRD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R997 RRD registered?

R997 RRD is a 1997 Renault Twingo, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R997 RRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R997 RRD shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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