R6TXE - RENAULT TWINGO
MOT: ValidGB
·Last updated 13 days ago
The Renault Twingo, often referred to simply as the Twingo, is a compact city car renowned for its agility and distinctive design. Manufactured by the French automaker Renault, a company with a long-standing reputation for innovative and practical vehicles, the Twingo first appeared in 1992 and has undergone several updates since. Its compact dimensions and clever use of space make it ideal for urban driving, while its core features include efficient engines and user-friendly technology. The latest models showcase Renault’s commitment to combining style with functionality, making the Twingo a popular choice among city dwellers seeking a reliable and versatile vehicle.
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 21 MOT tests
The vehicle is a 2009 Renault Twingo, registration R6TXE, first registered in December 2009. It has a blue exterior and is powered by a 1598cc petrol engine, with CO2 emissions of 165 g/km. The car is currently taxed and has a valid MOT, with the latest test conducted on 9 June 2025 and valid until 28 June 2026. It has recorded a mileage of 105,221 miles. The MOT advisories include corrosion on the rear brake pipe and front lower vehicle structure, as well as rear brake imbalance requiring adjustment or repair. No serious or dangerous issues are noted.
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
21
Passed Tests
14
Failed Tests
7
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 09 June 2025
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 105,221 mi
Expires: 28 June 2026
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across the rear axle (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Central Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front sub frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- Advisory Central Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. across the rear axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Failed - 06 June 2025
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 105,220 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- Major Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across the rear axle (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Central Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front sub frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- Advisory Central Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. across the rear axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Passed - 29 May 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 103,934 mi
Expires: 28 June 2025
Passed - 24 June 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 102,235 mi
Expires: 28 June 2024
Failed - 09 June 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 102,229 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- Major Nearside Front Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Passed - 29 June 2022
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 101,526 mi
Expires: 28 June 2023
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear to front a cross rear axle (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner&outer (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Central Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))
- Advisory Central Front hand brake level Slightly high
Passed - 16 June 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 96,938 mi
Expires: 26 June 2022
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Passed - 12 June 2020
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 93,064 mi
Expires: 26 June 2021
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory advise o/s/r reg light inop
Passed - 27 June 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 85,918 mi
Expires: 26 June 2020
Failed - 27 June 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 85,918 mi
Passed - 25 September 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 85,891 mi
Expires: 24 September 2019
Passed - 22 January 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 81,385 mi
Expires: 01 February 2019
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory plastic sill covers fitted
- Advisory Offside Front tyre wearing inside edge
Passed - 02 February 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 73,263 mi
Expires: 01 February 2018
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory plastic sill covers fitted
- Advisory Offside Front tyre outer sidewall cut but not showing inner cord
Failed - 30 January 2017 Dangerous Defects
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 73,168 mi
Dangerous Defects:
- Dangerous Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm showing inner cord (4.1.E.1)
Major Defects:
- Major Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- Major Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
- Major Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
- Major Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
- Major Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
- Major Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory plastic sill covers fitted
- Advisory Offside Front tyre outer sidewall cut but not showing inner cord
Passed - 28 January 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 62,755 mi
Expires: 30 January 2017
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory front brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (3.7.B.3)
- Advisory plastic sill covers fitted
- Advisory both rear inner brake pads wearing thin
- Advisory brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (3.5.1i)
Failed - 28 January 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 62,755 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory front brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (3.7.B.3)
- Advisory plastic sill covers fitted
- Advisory both rear inner brake pads wearing thin
- Advisory brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (3.5.1i)
Passed - 28 January 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 54,023 mi
Expires: 30 January 2016
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
Failed - 28 January 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 54,023 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
- Major Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
- Major Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
Passed - 28 January 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 42,387 mi
Expires: 30 January 2015
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
- Advisory Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Failed - 31 January 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 35,101 mi
Passed - 31 January 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 35,101 mi
Expires: 30 January 2014
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for R6TXE?
The MOT expires on 28 June 2026.
What is the tax status of R6TXE?
The tax status is Taxed and is due on 01 July 2026.
What are the specifications of R6TXE?
This is a 2009 RENAULT TWINGO in Blue. It runs on Petrol with a 1598cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of R6TXE?
This vehicle produces 165 g/km of CO2 emissions.