Renault Modus Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Renault Modus car check
Is the Renault Modus reliable? We analysed 549,585 real MOT tests across 30,925 vehicles to find out.
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The Renault Modus is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include coil spring broken, tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and track rod end ball joint has excessive play. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Renault Modus.
Renault Modus Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Renault Modus. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Renault Modus MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Renault Modus to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Renault Modus Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Renault Modus fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Renault Modus Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Renault Modus owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Renault Modus MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Renault Modus year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 2,177 | 74.4% | 23,874 | 39,410 | 59,677 |
| 2011 | 23,279 | 74.0% | 24,352 | 40,426 | 61,869 |
| 2010 | 31,928 | 73.7% | 30,163 | 48,319 | 70,749 |
| 2009 | 21,566 | 74.8% | 29,352 | 48,311 | 72,015 |
| 2008 | 50,994 | 72.5% | 32,710 | 53,023 | 77,981 |
| 2007 | 62,906 | 72.4% | 31,610 | 50,814 | 74,557 |
| 2006 | 98,014 | 71.1% | 33,186 | 52,973 | 76,468 |
| 2005 | 186,981 | 69.1% | 34,941 | 54,840 | 78,343 |
| 2004 | 71,091 | 67.6% | 36,078 | 55,575 | 78,720 |
How Long Does a Renault Modus Last?
Based on 30,925 Renault Modus vehicles on UK roads.
Renault Modus Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Renault Modus MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Renault Modus
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
74.8% MOT pass rate from 21,566 tests
67.6% MOT pass rate from 71,091 tests
The best year to buy a used Renault Modus is 2009, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 74.8% across 21,566 tests. The 2004 model year has the lowest pass rate at 67.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Renault Modus Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Renault Modus THIS CAR | 70.7% | 549,585 | 52,666 mi | 22 yrs |
| Renault Clio | 67.1% | 14,729,048 | 62,807 mi | 33 yrs |
| Renault Megane | 67.3% | 7,306,346 | 70,453 mi | 30 yrs |
| Renault Laguna | 64.6% | 2,783,232 | 89,257 mi | 32 yrs |
| Ldv Maxus | 67.7% | 268,178 | 80,280 mi | 21 yrs |
Compared to the Renault Clio (67.1% pass rate) and the Renault Megane (67.3% pass rate), the Renault Modus outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Renault ModusShould you buy a used Renault Modus?
The Renault Modus has an overall MOT pass rate of 70.7% across 549,585 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Renault Modus are coil spring broken (17,600 recorded failures), tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (13,967), and track rod end ball joint has excessive play (9,981). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Renault Modus owner drives around 4,567 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Renault Modus models stay on UK roads for around 22 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.