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WU08 VGM

2008 Renault Twingo

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

62,539 mi
Last recorded62,539 miles
Recorded on8 May 2018
Typical for 2008 Renault Twingo56,518 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU08 VGM
MakeRenault
ModelTwingo
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 May 2018 62,539 miles

Front Oil leak ENGINE BAY ()

Fail 8 May 2018 62,539 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault LIGHT ON DRIVERS DASH (5.4.2)

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Oil leak ENGINE BAY ()

Pass 10 May 2017 49,943 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 9 May 2017 49,929 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

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

Parking brake lever insecure (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 May 2016 38,736 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edges (4.1.E.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 6 May 2016 38,736 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 27,844 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2015 27,840 miles

Brake servo retaining device insecure (3.6.A.2d)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 18,129 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 10,256 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 8,322 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 4 Mar 2011 7,534 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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WU08 VGM is a 2008 Renault Twingo in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 WU08 VGM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WU08 VGM?

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What year was WU08 VGM registered?

WU08 VGM is a 2008 Renault Twingo, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is WU08 VGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU08 VGM shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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