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RNZ 5269

2012 Renault Twingo

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

84,550 mi
Last recorded84,550 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 Renault Twingo44,044 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRNZ 5269
MakeRenault
ModelTwingo
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2025 84,550 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both wearing uneven/stepped on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Jun 2025 84,550 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive Sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both wearing uneven/stepped on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jun 2024 70,200 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Interior rear view (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 13 Jun 2024 70,200 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Interior rear view (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2023 60,862 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both tyres @2mm plus worn on the inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Left to right pipe that's clipped to the axle (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Jun 2022 55,399 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 48,079 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inside face of both discs worn and scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall has a chunk missing, no cord showing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished and cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 16 Jun 2020 41,375 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking in the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking in the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 35,783 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 29,114 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 21,294 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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RNZ 5269 is a 2012 Renault Twingo in Blue with a 1,200cc 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 RNZ 5269, 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 RNZ 5269 registered?

RNZ 5269 is a 2012 Renault Twingo, first registered on 3 May 2012.

Is RNZ 5269 safe to buy?

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