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CA08 DLJ

2008 Renault Modus

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2024
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

139,648 mi
Last recorded139,648 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Renault Modus53,023 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA08 DLJ
MakeRenault
ModelModus
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc
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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2023 139,648 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Radiator Support Corroded but Radiator is Not Likely to Become Detached

Fail 2 Nov 2023 139,607 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Radiator Support Corroded but Radiator is Not Likely to Become Detached

Pass 1 Nov 2022 134,808 miles

Front radiator support corroded but radiator not likely to become detached

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged centre (7.1.2 (d))

Fail 31 Oct 2022 134,784 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

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

Front radiator support corroded but radiator not likely to become detached

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged centre (7.1.2 (d))

Fail 22 Oct 2022 134,758 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps Rear both sides (4.7.2 (a))

Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced Both sides indicators coming on when you put your foot on the brake short circuit (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering Front crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil level low

Pass 5 Nov 2021 128,278 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2020 123,578 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 110,195 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2018 98,551 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2018 98,551 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working side light (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2017 81,869 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 70,476 miles

Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint both (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 59,045 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 46,197 miles
Fail 31 May 2013 35,513 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 May 2013 35,513 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2012 27,036 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Jun 2012 27,036 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2012 22,970 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Jan 2012 22,970 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 18,254 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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CA08 DLJ is a 2008 Renault Modus in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CA08 DLJ, 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.

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What year was CA08 DLJ registered?

CA08 DLJ is a 2008 Renault Modus, first registered on 23 May 2008.

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