2016 Renault Twingo 1.0L Petrol · CE66 XJU
2016 Renault Twingo (1.0L, petrol). First registered 30 Sept 2016. Recorded mileage 72,485 miles. MOT valid until 06 Oct 2027.
- Make & Model
- RENAULT TWINGO
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Cardiff
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 06 Oct 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 72,485 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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CE66 XJU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/10/2026
- 72,485 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
CE66 XJU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Renault Twingo (CE66 XJU) between September 2023 and October 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 07 October 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (6 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Exhaust system insecure clamp (6.1.2 (a))”; “Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
CE66 XJU Mileage History
- 15/09/202354,613 mi
- 07/10/202461,632 mi+7,019 mi
- 08/10/202567,430 mi+5,798 mi
- 07/10/202672,483 mi+5,053 mi
- 07/10/202672,485 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 5,839 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Renault Renault Twingo Mk3
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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