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AO05 RGU

2005 Renault Modus

Blue Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

74,828 mi
Last recorded74,828 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Renault Modus54,840 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO05 RGU
MakeRenault
ModelModus
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 74,828 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 1 Jul 2026 74,828 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 23 May 2025 73,309 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

radiator mount excessively corroded

Fail 22 May 2025 73,308 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

radiator mount excessively corroded

Pass 15 May 2024 68,562 miles

Front radiator mount corroded

Fail 15 May 2024 68,562 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 May 2023 63,682 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

front support subframe corroded

Fail 18 May 2023 63,682 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Pass 18 May 2022 62,286 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 18 May 2022 62,286 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 28 May 2021 61,173 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 May 2020 60,222 miles
Fail 19 May 2020 60,222 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 May 2019 58,151 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 55,170 miles
Fail 31 May 2018 55,170 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 May 2017 51,794 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 48,481 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 44,796 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 40,572 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 37,476 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 33,764 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 30,013 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2010 25,299 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 21,387 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 16,365 miles

How Reliable is the Renault Modus?

Based on 549,585 MOT tests across 30,925 vehicles.

70.7%
Pass Rate
4,567
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
30,925
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

coil spring broken 17,600
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 13,967
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 9,981
position lamp(s) not working 9,931
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 7,896
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AO05 RGU is a 2005 Renault Modus in Blue with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

Across all 2005 Renault Modus models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 54,840 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Renault Modus fails its MOT is coil spring broken, accounting for 17,600 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO05 RGU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Modus typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Renault Modus is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO05 RGU registered?

AO05 RGU is a 2005 Renault Modus, first registered on 4 May 2005.

Is AO05 RGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO05 RGU shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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