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RENAULT TWINGO (2015)

Running costs, reliability data, and common problems from 9,067 real MOT tests.

Annual Cost

£1,530

£128/month

MOT Pass Rate

78%

Average

Road Tax

£20

Based on CC/year

Insurance

Grp 1-8

999cc Petrol

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78% pass rate, £1530/year to run. Close to the national average.

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Petrol999cc11 years old9,067 tests49k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 999cc)

~50 mpg

£955
Road Tax

Based on 999cc

£20
MOT Test
£55
Predicted Repairs
£500
Total per year£1,530
Per month£128/mo
Per week£29/wk

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included.

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Reliability Verdict

78% MOT pass rate(Average)
0%National avg: 82%100%

Average reliability. Expect some repairs as it ages. That's close to the national average of 82%.

At 11 years old, 78% of RENAULT TWINGOs from 2015 passed their MOT first time in 2026. That's based on 9,067 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 48,555 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2015 cars472th of 559(top 84%)
Rank among RENAULT models346th of 636(top 54%)
vs national average-4%(82% avg)
vs 2015 cars average-5%(83% avg)
vs RENAULT average-2%(80% avg)

Mileage Analysis

48,555

Average miles

vs

81,400

Expected for age

The average 2015 RENAULT TWINGO has 48,555 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 81,400 miles for a 11-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

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Best Year to Buy?

The most reliable year is the 2019 model with a 91% MOT pass rate, while the 2008 model has the lowest at 69%. The 2015 sits between the two at 78%.

RENAULT TWINGO by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
201991%35421,412 mi
201886%1,24830,056 mi
201786%2,25532,001 mi
201680%5,27441,360 mi
201578%9,06748,555 mi
201476%1,66352,904 mi
201373%1,89558,535 mi
201271%2,44966,973 mi
201171%4,90273,226 mi
201071%7,80275,680 mi
200971%3,06677,443 mi
200869%5,40287,121 mi
200771%90685,878 mi
200283%47101,579 mi
200187%4693,158 mi
199896%45126,152 mi
199482%45130,825 mi

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About the 2015 RENAULT TWINGO

The 2015 RENAULT TWINGO is a city car with a 999cc petrol engine. 9,067 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2026, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 84% of 2015 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 48,555 miles at 11 years old, RENAULT TWINGO owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2015 RENAULT TWINGO Fuel Costs

The modest 999cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2015 RENAULT TWINGO?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,530 128/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £20 road tax, £55 MOT, and £500 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 78% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

RENAULT TWINGO Reliability Trend

Newer RENAULT TWINGOs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 11 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2015 RENAULT TWINGO

At 11 years old, the RENAULT TWINGO is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 2019 model has the highest pass rate at 91%. With 9,067 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

Common Issues to Watch For

Based on the 2015 RENAULT TWINGO's fuel type, age, and engine size, these are the most likely problem areas to check.

Coil Pack Failure

Medium risk

Smaller petrol engines are prone to ignition coil failures, causing misfires and rough running. Replacement is £50-£150 per coil.

Rust and Corrosion

Watch out

At 10+ years, check wheel arches, sills, subframe, and brake lines for rust. Structural corrosion is an MOT failure. Prevention is far cheaper than repair.

Suspension Bushings

Watch out

Rubber suspension bushes harden and crack with age, causing knocking noises and vague handling. A full refresh costs £300-£800 depending on the car.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2015 RENAULT TWINGO stacks up against similar cars for annual running costs, insurance, and tax.

CarPass RateFuel/yrTax/yrInsuranceTotal/yr
RENAULT TWINGO(2015)78%£955£20Grp 1-8£1530
FORD FIESTA(2015)81%£955£30Grp 1-8£1390-£140
VAUXHALL CORSA(2015)78%£1137£30Grp 8-20£1722+£192
NISSAN QASHQAI(2017)86%£955£190Grp 5-15£1550+£20
VOLKSWAGEN POLO(2015)82%£955£30Grp 5-15£1390-£140

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT data. Insurance groups are indicative. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

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