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V15 NLS

2012 Renault Twingo

Black Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

35,867 mi
Last recorded35,867 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Renault Twingo44,044 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV15 NLS
MakeRenault
ModelTwingo
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 35,867 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Oct 2025 35,867 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2024 34,931 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 10 Oct 2023 31,750 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2023 31,750 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2022 27,071 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 26,961 miles

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated restricted slightly (1.1.6 (d))

Fail 20 Sep 2021 26,961 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge loosing tread pattern (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing has a split around the entire sidewall of the tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated restricted slightly (1.1.6 (d))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres 9 years old and perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 24,679 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 16,249 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 23,355 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 22,650 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 16,440 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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V15 NLS is a 2012 Renault Twingo in Black with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 V15 NLS, 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 V15 NLS registered?

V15 NLS is a 2012 Renault Twingo, first registered on 20 December 2012.

Is V15 NLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for V15 NLS shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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