Renault Twingo MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Renault Twingo. Check any Twingo by registration number below.

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79.9%

Avg Pass Rate

-1.6%

vs Renault Avg

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Renault Twingo — MOT Reliability Overview

The Renault Twingo has an average MOT pass rate of 79.9%, which is 1.6 percentage points below the Renault brand average of 81.5%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Twingo on the road.

The most common reasons a Renault Twingo fails its MOT are a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened, a steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. If you are preparing your Twingo for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Renault Twingo, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Renault Twingo performs at MOT across different model years.

2019

Based on 546 vehicles

89.9%Excellent

Renault average: 81.5%

Dangerous Defects

1.9%

Retest Rate

12.0%

Mileage at 5yr

35k mi

2018

Based on 1,885 vehicles

85.8%Excellent

Renault average: 81.5%

Dangerous Defects

3.1%

Retest Rate

14.7%

Mileage at 5yr

38k mi

2017

Based on 3,381 vehicles

84.5%Good

Renault average: 81.5%

Dangerous Defects

4.4%

Retest Rate

14.7%

Mileage at 5yr

37k mi

2016

Based on 7,207 vehicles

77.1%Good

Renault average: 81.5%

Dangerous Defects

4.6%

Retest Rate

23.8%

2015

Based on 12,213 vehicles

73.3%Average

Renault average: 81.5%

Dangerous Defects

6.0%

Retest Rate

28.1%

Mileage at 10yr

85k mi

2014

Based on 2,231 vehicles

70.4%Average

Renault average: 81.5%

Dangerous Defects

6.6%

Retest Rate

28.1%

Mileage at 10yr

82k mi

2013

Based on 2,377 vehicles

64.3%Below Average

Renault average: 81.5%

Dangerous Defects

6.9%

Retest Rate

37.1%

Mileage at 10yr

85k mi

2012

Based on 3,077 vehicles

62.8%Below Average

Renault average: 81.5%

Dangerous Defects

6.4%

Retest Rate

38.8%

Mileage at 10yr

98k mi

2011

Based on 6,183 vehicles

61.2%Below Average

Renault average: 81.5%

Dangerous Defects

7.7%

Retest Rate

35.6%

2010

Based on 10,030 vehicles

61.3%Below Average

Renault average: 81.5%

Dangerous Defects

7.4%

Retest Rate

37.0%

2009

Based on 3,979 vehicles

63.5%Below Average

Renault average: 81.5%

Dangerous Defects

7.5%

Retest Rate

34.8%

2008

Based on 6,934 vehicles

58.3%Below Average

Renault average: 81.5%

Dangerous Defects

9.0%

Retest Rate

37.9%

2007

Based on 1,185 vehicles

59.9%Below Average

Renault average: 81.5%

Dangerous Defects

9.1%

Retest Rate

34.6%

2006

Based on 1,187 vehicles

93.1%Excellent

Renault average: 81.5%

Mileage at 5yr

61k mi

Mileage at 10yr

89k mi

2005

Based on 2,395 vehicles

92.5%Excellent

Renault average: 81.5%

Mileage at 5yr

80k mi

Mileage at 10yr

93k mi

2004

Based on 2,596 vehicles

92.1%Excellent

Renault average: 81.5%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

3.6%

Mileage at 5yr

67k mi

Mileage at 10yr

86k mi

2003

Based on 4,566 vehicles

91.6%Excellent

Renault average: 81.5%

Mileage at 5yr

51k mi

Mileage at 10yr

89k mi

2002

Based on 5,941 vehicles

90.9%Excellent

Renault average: 81.5%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

14.6%

Mileage at 10yr

104k mi

2001

Based on 6,324 vehicles

90.7%Excellent

Renault average: 81.5%

Dangerous Defects

2.5%

Retest Rate

15.0%

Mileage at 10yr

100k mi

2000

Based on 6,791 vehicles

89.0%Excellent

Renault average: 81.5%

Mileage at 10yr

102k mi

1999

Based on 6,989 vehicles

87.9%Excellent

Renault average: 81.5%

Mileage at 10yr

101k mi

1998

Based on 7,024 vehicles

86.2%Excellent

Renault average: 81.5%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

4.7%

Mileage at 10yr

104k mi

1997

Based on 8,748 vehicles

86.2%Excellent

Renault average: 81.5%

1996

Based on 6,506 vehicles

85.0%Excellent

Renault average: 81.5%

1995

Based on 4,947 vehicles

86.7%Excellent

Renault average: 81.5%

Dangerous Defects

8.3%

Retest Rate

4.2%

1994

Based on 3,554 vehicles

84.8%Good

Renault average: 81.5%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

21.6%

1993

Based on 1,547 vehicles

86.4%Excellent

Renault average: 81.5%

1992

Based on 522 vehicles

87.4%Excellent

Renault average: 81.5%

0

Based on 33,917 vehicles

75.4%Good

Renault average: 81.5%

Mileage at 5yr

58k mi

Top MOT Failures — Renault Twingo

The most common reasons a Renault Twingo fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened

4.2%

A steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play

3.5%

A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

2.9%

Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded

2.9%

Audible warning inoperative

2.9%

Renault Twingo Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Nearside

2.2%

Front Offside

2.2%

Front

0.9%

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Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Renault Twingo

Renault Twingo — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Renault Twingo MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Renault Twingo?

The average MOT pass rate for the Renault Twingo is 79.9% compared to the Renault average of 81.5%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Renault Twingo?

The most common MOT failures on the Renault Twingo are: A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened (4.2%), A steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play (3.5%), A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (2.9%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Renault Twingo reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 79.9%, the Renault Twingo is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Renault Twingo?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Renault Twingo?

Typical mileage for the Renault Twingo: 34,702 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Twingo to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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