2009 Renault Twingo 1.6L Petrol · EO59 BNN

The vehicle presents a stable but watchful maintenance profile, most recently passing its MOT on 10 July 2025 at 31,299 miles. That same day also saw a failed test, indicating the owner addressed the windscreen wiper defect promptly before the pass was issued. The overall trend is neither sharply worsening nor fully resolving, as the same rear brake disc corrosion and pitting advisory from the July 2025 pass has been a recurring theme since at least July 2023. Suspension corrosion advisories on both front Macpherson struts also reappeared in 2025 after a clean bill of health in 2024, suggesting age-related deterioration is progressing rather than being permanently remedied. At roughly 1,841 miles per year, the 31,299 recorded miles is exceptionally low for a 2009 vehicle. The mileage progression is steady and consistent, moving from 29,240 miles in July 2022 to 30,719 miles in July 2023, then 30,990 miles in June 2024, and finally 31,299 miles in July 2025. This equates to approximately 500 to 700 miles per year in recent use, pointing to very light, short-journey driving. Such usage patterns can accelerate certain failure modes, particularly moisture-related corrosion on brake components and suspension, as the drivetrain and braking system rarely reach full operating temperature long enough to evaporate condensation. The repeated advisory on rear brake discs being worn, pitted, or scored across multiple tests is a direct consequence of this low-mileage usage pattern. Buyers should inspect the rear brake discs and calipers in person for scoring depth and lip wear, and check whether the rear calipers are binding, given the 2022 advisory flagged both rear service brakes as binding. The front Macpherson strut corrosion advisories appearing on both sides in 2025 warrant close visual inspection of the strut lower sections and mounting points for structural integrity, particularly if the vehicle has been stored outdoors or driven on salted roads. The 2022 advisory on the offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover deterioration also suggests the rubber protective covers on front suspension components should be examined for splits or perished rubber, as failed covers accelerate joint wear. Beyond the flagged items, a prospective buyer should pay attention to the condition of all tyre sidewalls for age-related cracking, given the vehicle's low annual mileage and 17-year age. The exhaust system should be checked for corrosion from internal moisture accumulation, common on vehicles used for short trips. The windscreen wiper system, while now passing, should be tested across all speeds to confirm consistent clearing, as the July 2025 failure indicates the system remains marginal. Overall, the vehicle appears mechanically sound but demands careful inspection of corrosion-prone and moisture-sensitive components consistent with its low-mileage, short-trip history.