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YX61 VPL

2012 Renault Twingo

Silver Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jan 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

36,219 mi
Last recorded36,219 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Renault Twingo44,044 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX61 VPL
MakeRenault
ModelTwingo
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 36,219 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2026 36,219 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Jan 2025 34,711 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2023 33,249 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2023 31,607 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2023 31,606 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 6 Jan 2022 30,090 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2022 30,090 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Dec 2020 28,820 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2020 8,027 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2020 8,027 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2019 22,933 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 19,302 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2018 19,302 miles

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 4 Jan 2017 16,181 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 13,184 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 10,085 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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YX61 VPL is a 2012 Renault Twingo in Silver with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2012 Renault Twingo models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 44,044 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 YX61 VPL, 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 14 years old, this Renault Twingo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YX61 VPL registered?

YX61 VPL is a 2012 Renault Twingo, first registered on 10 January 2012.

Is YX61 VPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX61 VPL shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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