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BN08 JGX

2008 Renault Modus

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

78,774 mi
Last recorded78,774 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Renault Modus53,023 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN08 JGX
MakeRenault
ModelModus
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 78,774 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2025 65,577 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2024 61,875 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2024 60,513 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2024 60,513 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 20 Jan 2023 59,045 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2022 58,182 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2021 57,181 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2020 55,513 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2019 54,681 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 54,049 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 52,947 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2017 52,947 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Jan 2016 50,544 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 43,774 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2015 43,774 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jan 2014 37,821 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 31,786 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Jan 2012 25,143 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 20,531 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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BN08 JGX is a 2008 Renault Modus in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2008 Renault Modus models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 53,023 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 BN08 JGX, 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 18 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 BN08 JGX registered?

BN08 JGX is a 2008 Renault Modus, first registered on 10 March 2008.

Is BN08 JGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN08 JGX shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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