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VU59 KBF

2009 Renault Twingo

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

68,407 mi
Last recorded68,407 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Renault Twingo50,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU59 KBF
MakeRenault
ModelTwingo
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 68,407 miles

Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 30 Oct 2025 68,407 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment both sides (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 1 Oct 2024 51,742 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2023 44,785 miles

Nearside Front Upper Strut mount worn

Fail 30 Aug 2023 44,764 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and cut to outer wall (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Upper Strut mount worn

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

Pass 9 Sep 2022 36,431 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 28,764 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 23,081 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 17,245 miles

all tyres slightly perished

Pass 9 Aug 2018 10,188 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 4,336 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 4,192 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 4,119 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 3,942 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 3,399 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 2,739 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2012 2,739 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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VU59 KBF is a 2009 Renault Twingo in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2009 Renault Twingo models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 50,384 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 VU59 KBF, 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 17 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 VU59 KBF registered?

VU59 KBF is a 2009 Renault Twingo, first registered on 8 September 2009.

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The MOT history for VU59 KBF shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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