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Renault Twingo

Black · Petrol · 1997 · 1,149 cc

P970 PRPMOT history

P970 PRP is a black petrol Renault Twingo first used on 18 Apr 1997. Its MOT expired on 19 Jul 2026 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 222,921 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Jul 2026
Mileage
222,921 km
At MOT on 8 Jul 2025
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,350 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P970 PRP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Renault
Model
Twingo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,149 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
18 Apr 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

P970 PRP was last recorded at 222,921 km on 8 Jul 2025, 5,082 km more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
217,839 km · 16 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
5,082 km
Average per year
6,350 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 222,921 km
  • 2024 – 217,839 km
  • 2023 – 213,540 km
  • 2022 – 207,662 km
  • 2021 – 201,937 km
  • 2020 – 195,480 km
  • 2019 – 193,470 km
  • 2015 – 193,394 km
  • 2013 – 193,325 km
  • 2011 – 177,106 km
  • 2010 – 156,522 km
  • 2009 – 136,313 km
  • 2008 – 117,445 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass222,921 km

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

19 tests since 27 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass222,921 km (+5,082)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    222,921 km
    Test number
    794423554270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass217,839 km (+4,299)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    217,839 km
    Test number
    683677971930

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass213,540 km (+5,878)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    213,540 km
    Test number
    713439983678
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass207,662 km (+5,725)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    207,662 km
    Test number
    123538391849
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass201,937 km (+6,457)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    201,937 km
    Test number
    198020732439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass195,480 km (+2,010)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    195,480 km
    Test number
    839014524644

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass193,470 km (+76)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    193,470 km
    Test number
    501702643147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail193,394 km13 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,394 km
    Test number
    548648244263
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass193,354 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    193,354 miles
    Test number
    868512694131
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail193,354 miles9 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,354 miles
    Test number
    357241084118
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass193,325 km5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    193,325 km
    Test number
    829573593131
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail193,325 km (+16,219)6 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,325 km
    Test number
    686556183154
    • FailureElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailurePower steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  13. Pass177,106 km (+1)7 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    177,106 km
    Test number
    668415731388
    • NoteCorrosion both rear shock absorber mount area
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteN/S/F brake slight binding
    • NoteN/S/F floor pan corroded
    • NotePlay both front steering arms
    • NoteRear exhaust rusty
    • NoteVehicle underside rusty

  14. Fail177,105 km (+20,583)2 failures7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,105 km
    Test number
    817944331310
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • NoteCorrosion both rear shock absorber mount area
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteN/S/F brake slight binding
    • NoteN/S/F floor pan corroded
    • NotePlay both front steering arms
    • NoteRear exhaust rusty
    • NoteVehicle underside rusty

  15. Pass156,522 km (+20,209)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    156,522 km
    Test number
    360310230323
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass136,313 km (+255)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    136,313 km
    Test number
    500958239333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail136,058 km (+18,613)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,058 km
    Test number
    633684539340
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  18. Pass117,445 km2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    117,445 km
    Test number
    934052038398
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteSlight bind front brakes

  19. Fail117,444 km1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,444 km
    Test number
    882912538358
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteSlight bind front brakes

Questions about P970 PRP

Does P970 PRP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P970 PRP expired on 19 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P970 PRP?
The MOT on P970 PRP expired on 19 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P970 PRP done?
P970 PRP was recorded at 222,921 km at its MOT on 8 Jul 2025, an average of 6,350 km a year.
Has P970 PRP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P970 PRP has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jul 2015.
Has the mileage on P970 PRP ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on P970 PRP find?
P970 PRP passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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