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S150 VWJ

1998 Renault Twingo

Green Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2022
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

62,122 mi
Last recorded62,122 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2021
Typical for 1998 Renault Twingo121,866 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS150 VWJ
MakeRenault
ModelTwingo
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2021 62,122 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Mar 2021 62,119 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 4 May 2018 62,103 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 May 2017 48,262 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both rear tyres signs of slight cracking in tread pattern

headlamp masks fitted at time of test

Pass 5 Apr 2016 36,468 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2016 36,468 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 20 Feb 2015 36,464 miles

n/s rear tyre cracking on edge

Pass 23 Jan 2014 35,870 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 35,319 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

both front brake discs grooved and corroded

offside wing mirror poor view of rear

Fail 10 Dec 2010 35,319 miles

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

both front brake discs grooved and corroded

offside wing mirror poor view of rear

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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S150 VWJ is a 1998 Renault Twingo in Green with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1998 Renault Twingo models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 121,866 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 S150 VWJ, 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 28 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 S150 VWJ registered?

S150 VWJ is a 1998 Renault Twingo, first registered on 1 October 1998.

Is S150 VWJ safe to buy?

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