2015 Renault Twingo 1.0L Petrol · DA65 KKW

The vehicle presents a currently roadworthy status with a stable maintenance trend following a period of concern. The most recent test in February 2026 at 53,073 miles resulted in no recorded defects, indicating that previous mechanical issues were addressed. This follows a clean pass in August 2025, suggesting that the vehicle has maintained its operational integrity over the last eighteen months despite a failure in the preceding year. The mileage profile is notably low for an eleven-year-old car, averaging approximately 4,825 miles per year. The data shows consistent but light usage, with only 2,753 miles covered between October 2024 and August 2025, and another 718 miles leading up to the 2026 test. While low annual mileage generally means less wear on the drivetrain and engine components, it can also lead to the degradation of rubber-based parts and fluid seals due to lack of movement. A buyer must focus their physical inspection on the front sub-frame which was flagged for corrosion during the October 2024 test at 49,602 miles. Although the tester noted the corrosion was not seriously weakened at that time, structural rust on Renault components of this era requires close monitoring to ensure it does not progress rapidly. Additionally, the 2023 record highlighted perishing and cracking on both front tyres; given the low mileage, the buyer should verify that tyre sidewalls have been checked for dry rot, which occurs even when the tread depth remains sufficient. The failure of the windscreen washer system in the October 2024 test was a minor equipment oversight that was quickly rectified. Given the clean results of the two most recent inspections, the primary mechanical concern remains the structural integrity of the chassis and the state of age-related rubber components. The vehicle appears to have been maintained by an owner who responds to MOT failures, but the low-usage pattern justifies a thorough check for signs ofrelated-related wear.