RENAULT TWIZZY (2012)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 78 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
67%
Total Tests (2024)
78
Avg Mileage
14,654 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,285
Is the 2012 RENAULT TWIZZY reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 15 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the RENAULT brand average of 80%.
At 12 years old, 67% of RENAULT TWIZZYs from 2012 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 78 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 14,654 miles.
How does the 2012 RENAULT TWIZZY compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2012 RENAULT TWIZZY has 14,654 miles on the clock, which is significantly below the expected 88,800 miles for a 12-year-old car. Low-mileage examples may have spent time sitting unused, so check for issues like corroded brakes or perished rubber seals.
How much does a 2012 RENAULT TWIZZY cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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About the 2012 RENAULT TWIZZY
The 2012 RENAULT TWIZZY is a electric with a 0cc electric engine. 78 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 97% of 2012 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 14,654 miles at 12 years old, RENAULT TWIZZY owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver. Very low mileage could mean the car has been garaged or used only for short trips, which can cause its own issues like battery drain and moisture buildup.
What does it cost to own a 2012 RENAULT TWIZZY?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,285 (£107/month), broken down as £500 fuel, £30 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 67% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
Buying a Used 2012 RENAULT TWIZZY
At 12 years old, the RENAULT TWIZZY 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. Note: with only 78 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2012 RENAULT TWIZZY
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable electric cars with similar engines:
- NISSAN NV200 (2014) 73% pass rate (+6%) from 5,325 tests
- PORSCHE CAYENNE (2010) 89% pass rate (+22%) from 2,126 tests
- RENAULT ZOE (2014) 73% pass rate (+6%) from 1,555 tests
- PERODUA MYVI (2010) 81% pass rate (+14%) from 657 tests