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Renault Twingo Mk3 (2014-2019) reliability

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Renault Twingo Mk3 built around 2018: about average at the MOT

Renault Twingo Mk3 models built around 2018 fail their MOT about as often as similar cars the same age.

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Key figure

17% of MOT tests on Renault Twingo Mk3 models built around 2018 ended in a fail (retests included), against 18% for similar cars the same age.

Most common issue

The most common MOT issue on Renault Twingo Mk3 models built around 2018 involves the tyres.

Renault Twingo Mk3
No reliability rating: not enough tests to rate2014-2019HatchbackPETROL

Based on 14,622 tests of Twingo models registered 2014-2019.

About 1 in 30 Twingo Mk3 MOTs (3.4%) failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. That's for cars built around 2018 (7 years old), all fuels combined.

Based on 1,230 tests (DVSA MOT results, 2025). A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted. Nor is a fail with no later MOT on record.

About 1 in 20 Twingo Mk3 MOTs (5%) found at least one dangerous defect. These are cars built around 2018 (7 years old).

Based on 1,230 tests (DVSA MOT results, 2025). Dangerous is the most serious grade an MOT gives: a direct risk to road safety.

Mk3 fail rate by age

Below typicalAbove typicalHigh (28% or more)Highest fail rateUK average for cars this age
Age / builtFail rateMOT tests
5 yearsbuilt around 2020
7112.7%
6 yearsbuilt around 2019
48117.5%
7 yearsbuilt around 2018
1,23016.9%
8 yearsbuilt around 2017
2,61223.1%
9 yearsbuilt around 2016
5,34624.7%
10 yearsbuilt around 2015
4,36825.9%
11 yearsbuilt around 2014
51427.2%

Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs. Highest fail rate at 11 years old.

How the Twingo Mk3 compares

At each age below, see how the Twingo Mk3 holds up against other cars the same age. The averages combine all fuel types.

Based on 91,230 tests across 11 Renault models, built around 2018 (7 years old).

Below typicalAbove typicalHigh (28% or more)Highest fail rateRenault average
Age / builtFail rateMOT tests
5 yearsbuilt around 2020
7112.7%
6 yearsbuilt around 2019
48117.5%
7 yearsbuilt around 2018
1,23016.9%
8 yearsbuilt around 2017
2,61223.1%
9 yearsbuilt around 2016
5,34624.7%
10 yearsbuilt around 2015
4,36825.9%
11 yearsbuilt around 2014
51427.2%

Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs.

What to check before viewing

The model's most common MOT issues, turned into things you can ask about or look for.

Brake discs

High priority

Ask for the date and mileage of the last disc replacement; visually check for a deep wear lip and rust pitting on each disc.

Tyres

Worth checking

Check tread depth across the full width on all four; uneven wear suggests alignment or suspension issues.

Suspension bushes and joints

Worth checking

Listen for knocks over speed bumps and ask about recent control-arm or anti-roll-bar work.

Vehicle-specific check

Worth checking

Check the car’s number plate on MOT Wise to see its own MOT history and any recalls for its build years.

Other hatchbacks to compare

Other hatchbacks, with each one's figures taken at the same age as the Twingo Mk3.

  1. 1

    Volkswagen up!

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    14.2%
    Still registered at 10 years
    96.7%

    Lower fail rate: 14.2%, against 16.9% for the Renault Twingo Mk3, both built around 2018.

    Some figures could not be compared for these two cars. So this comparison uses the fail rate, share still registered and recalls only.

    15,657 MOT tests on cars built around 2018

  2. 2

    Suzuki Celerio

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    13.9%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    1.5%
    Dangerous
    2.4%
    Still registered at 10 years
    93.5%

    Lower fail rate: 13.9%, against 16.9% for the Renault Twingo Mk3, both built around 2018.

    5,662 MOT tests on cars built around 2018

  3. 3

    Toyota Aygo

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    13%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    1.2%
    Dangerous
    4.6%
    Still registered at 10 years
    96%

    Lower fail rate: 13.0%, against 16.9% for the Renault Twingo Mk3, both built around 2018.

    25,028 MOT tests on cars built around 2018

  4. 4

    Skoda Citigo

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    15.3%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    1.6%
    Dangerous
    3.1%
    Still registered at 10 years
    96.2%

    Fewer fails still not passed 3 days later: 1.6%, against 3.4% for the Renault Twingo Mk3.

    6,553 MOT tests on cars built around 2018

Fail rate
= the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests.
Fail, no pass in 3 days
= the share of MOT tests that failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted.
Dangerous
= the share of MOT tests where the tester marked a fault as dangerous. It is against the law to drive the car until it is fixed.
Still registered at 10 years
= the share of cars still registered (taxed or declared off the road) 10 years after they were first registered.

How many are still registered

95%of all Renault Twingo cars first registered in 2014 to 2015 were still registered 10 years later. This is the whole model, not only this generation.

UK average for cars first registered in 2014 to 2015: 92% · About typical

The share still registered can reflect demand, the cost of repairs, exports, write-offs and how owners use the car. It isn't proof of how long the car lasts mechanically.

Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics (VEH0124).

Recall context

11 recalls in all

6 of the 11 Twingo Mk3 recalls cover cars built in these years.

  • 1 Critical
  • 5 more

Top concerns

  • Possibility of loss of control
  • Outer skin of rear spoiler may detach
  • Outer skin of rear spoiler and bonnet may detach

For the exact car, check GOV.UK's recall checker with the number plate.

What has gone wrong on Twingo Mk3 cars built around 2018

The share of petrol cars that have ever failed an MOT on each part of the car. Based on 62 cars.

Structural systems

Suspension
16%
Emissions
6%

Wear items

Tyres
23%
Lighting
5%
Brakes
5%
How Twingo Mk3 cars have aged

How Twingo Mk3 cars have aged

How fail rates have changed as these cars got older. Each line follows cars first registered in about the same year across several years of MOT data. Not a prediction for any one car.

0%10%20%357911Age at MOTBuilt around 2019, 3 years old at the time of MOT: 8.0% (200 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2019, 4 years old at the time of MOT: 13.6% (199 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2019, 5 years old at the time of MOT: 12.0% (200 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2019, 6 years old at the time of MOT: 16.8% (197 tests, 2025 data)2019Built around 2018, 3 years old at the time of MOT: 12.1% (744 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2018, 4 years old at the time of MOT: 15.2% (716 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2018, 5 years old at the time of MOT: 14.7% (681 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2018, 6 years old at the time of MOT: 15.1% (669 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2018, 7 years old at the time of MOT: 17.6% (671 tests, 2025 data)2018Built around 2017, 4 years old at the time of MOT: 11.6% (1,206 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2017, 5 years old at the time of MOT: 14.2% (1,193 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2017, 6 years old at the time of MOT: 15.9% (1,157 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2017, 7 years old at the time of MOT: 16.9% (1,159 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2017, 8 years old at the time of MOT: 21.0% (1,153 tests, 2025 data)2017Built around 2016, 5 years old at the time of MOT: 15.6% (2,555 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2016, 6 years old at the time of MOT: 18.3% (2,548 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2016, 7 years old at the time of MOT: 21.2% (2,490 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2016, 8 years old at the time of MOT: 22.7% (2,484 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2016, 9 years old at the time of MOT: 24.0% (2,354 tests, 2025 data)2016Built around 2015, 6 years old at the time of MOT: 19.0% (3,985 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2015, 7 years old at the time of MOT: 21.2% (3,890 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2015, 8 years old at the time of MOT: 22.9% (3,813 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2015, 9 years old at the time of MOT: 24.8% (3,718 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2015, 10 years old at the time of MOT: 25.7% (3,668 tests, 2025 data)2015Built around 2014, 7 years old at the time of MOT: 20.4% (622 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2014, 8 years old at the time of MOT: 20.2% (559 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2014, 9 years old at the time of MOT: 25.3% (586 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2014, 10 years old at the time of MOT: 25.7% (545 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2014, 11 years old at the time of MOT: 27.2% (514 tests, 2025 data)2014
First registered around 2019First registered around 2018First registered around 2017First registered around 2016
Mk3 variants compared
All generations of this modelEnough data

Most common issues on Renault Twingos of this age

This list covers every Renault Twingo built around 2018, whichever generation it is. We don't have a defect list for the Mk3 on its own.

Most common advisories and fails

In order of the share of MOT tests that recorded each one

  1. 1
    Advisory

    Tyre worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edge

    18.8%
    Advisory: 320Fail: 38 (11% of the times it was found)
  2. 2
    Advisory

    Tyre slightly damaged, cracking or perishing

    11.4%
    Advisory: 192Fail: 34 (15% of the times it was found)
  3. 3
    Advisory

    Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    11.3%
    Advisory: 174Fail: 4 (2% of the times it was found)
  4. 4
    Advisory

    Suspension arm pin or bush worn, but not moving too much

    8.7%
    Advisory: 79Fail: 50 (39% of the times it was found)
  5. 5
    Advisory

    Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    5.0%
    Advisory: 62Fail: 10 (14% of the times it was found)

Based on 1,230 tests

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Frequently asked questions

Built around 2018 (7 years old), the Renault Twingo Mk3 (2014-2019) fails MOTs at about the rate typical for this age. This is based on 1,230 7-year-old MOT tests from DVSA data. Each retest counts as a test.

*The build year is worked out from the date a car was first used on UK roads. For most cars this matches when it was registered, but imports may differ by a few months.

Data sourced from DVSA MOT History API. From 14,622 MOT tests on Renault Twingos first registered between 2014-2019. These figures are a guide, not a guarantee.