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Y281 RVS

2001 Renault Twingo

Green Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

57,288 mi
Last recorded57,288 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2007
Typical for 2001 Renault Twingo84,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY281 RVS
MakeRenault
ModelTwingo
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2007 57,288 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 53,007 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2006 53,007 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i) DANGEROUS

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i) DANGEROUS

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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Y281 RVS is a 2001 Renault Twingo in Green with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 Renault Twingo models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 84,318 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 Y281 RVS, 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 25 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 Y281 RVS?

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What year was Y281 RVS registered?

Y281 RVS is a 2001 Renault Twingo, first registered on 1 May 2001.

Is Y281 RVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y281 RVS shows 3 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.

Does Y281 RVS have outstanding finance?

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