2010 Renault Twingo 1.6L Petrol · TW60 CUP

The vehicle shows a recent improvement in roadworthiness following a period of inconsistent maintenance. The most recent test on 22 July 2025 at 111,312 miles resulted in a clean pass with no defects recorded. This follows a failure just eleven days earlier on 11 July 2025, where the tester flagged an inoperative nearside rear parking brake and brake imbalance across the rear axle. The transition from a failure to a clean pass suggests the braking system issues were addressed promptly. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with the vehicle's age, averaging approximately 6,957 miles per year. The record shows steady progress from 100,093 miles in May 2023 to 111,312 miles in July 2025. There are no significant gaps in usage or evidence of long periods of inactivity. The 11,219-mile increase over two years indicates regular, light-to-moderate driving which typically helps prevent excessive component seizure. A buyer should focus heavily on the fuel system and exhaust integrity due to the serious failures recorded on 24 June 2024. During that test, the vehicle failed for a leaking and melted fuel tank, a missing exhaust shield, and high lambda readings suggesting an exhaust leak. While the 2025 tests do not repeat these specific faults, the severity of a fuel leak and potential fire risk requires physical verification that the tank and shielding are now fully compliant and secure. The recurring issues with the parking brake and rear brake pads also warrant attention. The parking brake efficiency failed in both June 2024 and July 2025, indicating a potential pattern of neglected rear brake maintenance. An inspection should confirm that the rear calipers are not binding and that the parking brake mechanism provides sufficient holding force. Checking the condition of the rear brake pads and discs is essential to ensure the repairs following the July 2025 failure were comprehensive.