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SIG 1231

2012 Renault Twingo

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

114,688 mi
Last recorded114,688 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Renault Twingo44,044 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSIG 1231
MakeRenault
ModelTwingo
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 114,688 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2025 96,841 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Main to rear pipes (both) (1.1.11 (c))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Mar 2024 83,245 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2023 71,313 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 12 Mar 2022 60,656 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2022 60,612 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2021 56,796 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe corroded at rear connection (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Mar 2020 53,434 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2018 40,025 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 22,512 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 16,490 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2015 16,490 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

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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SIG 1231 is a 2012 Renault Twingo in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SIG 1231, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SIG 1231 registered?

SIG 1231 is a 2012 Renault Twingo, first registered on 25 June 2012.

Is SIG 1231 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SIG 1231 shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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