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BJ05 EBV

2005 Renault Modus

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

55,104 mi
Last recorded55,104 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Renault Modus54,840 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ05 EBV
MakeRenault
ModelModus
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 55,104 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2024 52,527 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 3 Oct 2024 52,527 miles

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

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2023 48,043 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2023 48,043 miles

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

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Sep 2022 42,320 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Reverse lamp inoperative.

Pass 23 Sep 2021 37,113 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on both edges, 3mm @centre of tread. 185/60R15 84H. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Reverse lamp inoperative.

Pass 8 Oct 2020 31,513 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on outer edge, 4.5mm @centre of tread. 185/60R15 88H. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on outer edge, 4.1mm @centre of tread. 185/60R15 88H. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn, 2.2mm @centre of tread. 185/60R15 88H. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Oct 2020 31,513 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on outer edge, 4.5mm @centre of tread. 185/60R15 88H. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on outer edge, 4.1mm @centre of tread. 185/60R15 88H. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn, 2.2mm @centre of tread. 185/60R15 88H. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Oct 2020 31,394 miles

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear tyre down to 3mm

Pass 3 Apr 2019 22,538 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 18,695 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 20 Apr 2017 14,171 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 14,038 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 13,849 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 13,026 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 12,030 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 11,212 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 10,466 miles

no revers lights

Pass 9 Apr 2010 9,428 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 8,095 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 6,768 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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BJ05 EBV is a 2005 Renault Modus in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BJ05 EBV, 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 BJ05 EBV registered?

BJ05 EBV is a 2005 Renault Modus, first registered on 14 April 2005.

Is BJ05 EBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ05 EBV shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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