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SH08 XJX

2008 Renault Twingo

Silver Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

75,558 mi
Last recorded75,558 miles
Recorded on17 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Renault Twingo56,518 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH08 XJX
MakeRenault
ModelTwingo
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 May 2019 75,558 miles
Fail 7 May 2019 75,546 miles

Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Both Front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Brake pipe excessively corroded Both Front - Rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers likely to become detached DANGEROUS (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Cannot Check Rear Seat Belts Due To Mess

N/S/R Tyre Nail Close To Sidewall

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Spanner Light On

Sump Corroded

Underside Corroded

Pass 8 May 2018 65,912 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both rear (2.7.2a)

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

Fail 4 May 2018 65,904 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both rear (2.7.2a)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2017 58,119 miles

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

oil sump corroded

Fail 20 Apr 2017 58,117 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

newly fitted brake pipe has sweat at 4 port block

oil sump corroded

Pass 21 Apr 2016 52,161 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 21 Apr 2016 52,161 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 45,290 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 38,935 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear fog tell tale illuminating when pressing brake

Fail 29 Apr 2014 38,935 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar locating pin insecure (2.4.G.3a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear fog tell tale illuminating when pressing brake

Pass 7 May 2013 32,044 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Small chunk in N/S/F tyre sidewall.

Pass 8 May 2012 24,188 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 16,763 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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SH08 XJX is a 2008 Renault Twingo in Silver with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 SH08 XJX, 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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What year was SH08 XJX registered?

SH08 XJX is a 2008 Renault Twingo, first registered on 6 May 2008.

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