Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2016 Renault Twingo?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2016 Renault Twingo?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2016 Renault Twingo?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2016 Renault Twingo vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

32% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2016 Renault Twingo reliable?

Based on MOT data from 3,051 vehicles, the 2016 Renault Twingo has a first-time MOT pass rate of 83.7%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2016 Renault Twingo?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2016 Renault Twingo are: Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (37.7% of vehicles), Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (35.2% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (30.1% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2016 Renault Twingo?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Renault Twingo (2016)

3,051 real MOT outcomes analysed • 83.7% first-time pass rate

2016 Renault Twingo

CarHunch analysed 3,051 real MOT records for the 2016 Renault Twingo. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2016 Renault Twingo passes its MOT first time at 83.7%, which is a solid 3.7 percentage points above the UK average—a genuine reliability strength. However, nearly a third of these cars (32.3%) have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is a significant concern for any prospective buyer and warrants a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

These Twingos are running relatively light mileage for their age at around 30,700 miles on average, suggesting many are lightly used city cars, yet they still average 7.7 advisories per test, pointing to minor wear items like brake pads and bulbs cropping up regularly. Check the full MOT history for patterns in what's failing—if a particular car has racked up multiple dangerous defects, walk away, but one-off issues are less worrying given the model's generally solid pass rate.

The 2016 Renault Twingo has a decent first-time pass rate (83.7%), but a higher-than-average share of vehicles have had serious defects recorded — the individual vehicle's history matters a lot here.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

83.7%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

32.3%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.52

Over 8.3 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

29k

Middle half: 20k–39k

For context

🔧 Average reliability. Passes at roughly the UK rate — not a standout, not a problem vehicle. Individual history makes all the difference.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 7.7 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 3,051 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 3,051 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 37.7%

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Brake wear 28.6%

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Exhaust & emissions 12.7%

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

Other issues 9.3%

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Wipers & washers 7.4%

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2016.

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Before you buy a 2016 Renault Twingo

Based on MOT data from 3,051 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 32.3% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (100%)	3,050	83.7%	1.52

Colour Breakdown

Based on 31,339 Renault Twingo vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Blue 23.9%

7,497

Black 22.2%

6,943

White 17.6%

5,514

Red 16.6%

5,191

Silver 10.8%

3,372

Orange 2.9%

922

Purple 1.6%

509

Grey 1.6%

508

Yellow 1.3%

423

Green 1.1%

332

Brown 0.3%

Pink 0.1%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2016 Renault Twingo vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

29,052

typical

19,800

low mileage

39,210

high mileage

Half of all 2016 Renault Twingo vehicles fall between 19,800 and 39,210 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 19,800 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 19,800–39,210 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2016 Renault Twingos sit.

⚠ Over 52,933 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2016 Renault Twingo — Still on the Road

Almost all 2016 Renault Twingos are still on the road.

Strong survival — 2,822 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 97% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2019–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

8.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.52

Avg failures per vehicle

7.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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