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YL08 JLU

2008 Renault Twingo

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

75,341 mi
Last recorded75,341 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Renault Twingo56,518 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL08 JLU
MakeRenault
ModelTwingo
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 75,341 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2026

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

Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 5 Aug 2025 69,608 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Aug 2025 69,608 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded hub pipe (1.1.11 (c))

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2024 63,999 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2024 63,999 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Aug 2023 54,323 miles

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

Fail 3 Aug 2023 54,322 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 1 Aug 2022 44,794 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 38,727 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 33,782 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 27,273 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 23,341 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 20,485 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 18,016 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 16,616 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 14,922 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 13,277 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 11,131 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 8,208 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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YL08 JLU is a 2008 Renault Twingo in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 YL08 JLU, 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

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What year was YL08 JLU registered?

YL08 JLU is a 2008 Renault Twingo, first registered on 30 July 2008.

Is YL08 JLU safe to buy?

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